wu4 naam4湖南
Jyutpingwu4 naam4
Yalewùh nàahm
Definition
Hunan, a province in south-central China.
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How it's used
Hunan is widely known in Hong Kong for its distinctively spicy cuisine. When discussing the province, locals often associate it with the intense heat of 湖南菜 rather than just its geography. It is common to hear people describe the food as being much spicier than the milder Cantonese style.
Examples
His family members are from Hunan.
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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.
