wong4 tung4黃銅黄铜
Jyutpingwong4 tung4
Yalewòhng tùhng
Definition
Brass; a yellow alloy of copper and zinc.
neutralother
How it's used
Refers specifically to the metal alloy, often used in hardware, musical instruments, and decorative items. Unlike some other metals, it is frequently associated with a vintage or classic aesthetic in home decor. It is distinct from pure copper, which is known as 紅銅.
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gin2件gínExamples
Do you see how pretty that brass ornament is?
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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.
