zaap6 zi3雜誌杂志
Jyutpingzaap6 zi3
Yalejaahp ji
Definition
Magazine; a periodic publication containing various articles, situated between a book and a newspaper.
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How it's used
When referring to a specific edition or issue of a magazine, use 期 instead of 本. While 本 is the standard measure word for the physical object, 期 highlights the sequential nature of the publication.
Measure word
bun2本búnExamples
She really likes reading fashion magazines.
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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.
