zaam2 san1嶄新崭新
Jyutpingzaam2 san1
Yalejáam sān
Definition
Brand new, cutting-edge, or completely unprecedented.
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How it's used
Focuses on the novelty of an idea, technology, or approach rather than the physical condition of an object. It carries a formal and sophisticated tone, often appearing in news reports, academic discussions, or marketing materials. Unlike everyday words for new, this implies a significant departure from previous standards or methods.
Examples
This is a brand-new concept.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical items like a new shirt or a new car, as it sounds overly dramatic or unnatural in casual settings. Use 全新 instead for physical objects.
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
