wui4 gaau3回教
Jyutpingwui4 gaau3
Yalewùih gaau
Definition
Islam; the monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Muhammad and the Quran.
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How it's used
While widely understood, the term is increasingly being replaced by 伊斯蘭教 in formal contexts and by the Muslim community itself to better reflect the religion's global identity. Using the term can sometimes feel slightly dated or less precise compared to the more universally recognized name.
Examples
His family members are all followers of Islam.
Do you know where there is a mosque?
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Common mistake
Be aware that some practitioners may find the term less respectful or accurate than 伊斯蘭教, as the latter is the preferred self-designation for the faith.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
