waan4 kau4寰球
Jyutpingwaan4 kau4
Yalewàahn kàuh
Definition
Worldwide; global; the entire world.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and grand tone, often appearing in news headlines, official reports, or academic contexts. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation where people prefer the more common 全球. Using it in everyday speech can make you sound like a news anchor or a formal document.
Examples
This company's business is spread worldwide.
Do you know how serious global warming is?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common spoken word, but it is strictly formal. If you use it to describe a simple trip or a small event, it will sound unnatural and overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
