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Definition
Crucible; a melting pot used for metallurgy or chemical reactions.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a vessel used for high temperature melting, often in industrial or laboratory settings. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing metallurgy or chemistry. In non technical contexts, people usually use generic terms for pots or containers.
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This crucible is very old, we need to replace it with a new one.
Do you know where they sell this type of crucible?
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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.
