wong4黃黄
Jyutpingwong4
Yalewòhng
Definition
Yellow; having a color similar to a lemon.
Example
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How it's used
Beyond describing the color, this character is frequently used in Hong Kong to refer to political stances, specifically those supporting the pro-democracy movement. You will often see shops or businesses described as being part of the yellow economic circle, which signals their political alignment to customers. It is also a key component in the names of various weather warnings, such as the amber rainstorm signal.
Examples
Do you like yellow things?
Related words
Common mistake
Be careful when using this word to describe people, as it can sometimes be used as a derogatory term for someone of East Asian descent in Western contexts, though this is not its primary usage in Cantonese.
Grammar color guide
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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.
