waan2環环
Jyutpingwaan2
Yalewáan
Definition
A ring, hoop, or circular object, especially an ornament.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical shape of a ring or hoop, often used in compound words for jewelry or accessories. While it can describe circular objects, it is rarely used on its own to describe abstract cycles or loops, where terms like 循環 are preferred. In casual speech, it is more common to use specific terms like 戒指 for a finger ring.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 圈, which is more commonly used for general circles, loops, or groups of people. Using 環 for a general circle or a group of people will sound unnatural or overly formal.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
