wong4 cyu5皇儲皇储
Jyutpingwong4 cyu5
Yalewòhng chyúh
Definition
Crown prince or crown princess; the prince or princess who will succeed the monarch.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the designated successor in a monarchy, often used when discussing international news or historical dramas. It carries a formal tone despite being a common noun, as it is rarely used in casual daily chatter unless the topic is politics or royalty. Unlike the more generic term 王子, this word emphasizes the legal status of being the next in line for the throne.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
That crown prince will soon ascend the throne to become king.
Do you know who the current crown prince is?
Related words
Common phrases
to appoint a crown prince
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
