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Definition
A junk stall or market stand that sells odds and ends, bric-a-brac, or secondhand goods.
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How it's used
Originally referring to a physical stall selling miscellaneous secondhand goods, the term has evolved to describe any cluttered space or collection of disorganized items. It carries a slightly negative connotation of chaos or lack of order. You will often hear it used metaphorically to describe someone's messy desk or a room full of random belongings.
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That place is like a junk stall, it is incredibly messy.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a proper shop or a specialized store, as it specifically implies a lack of organization or a collection of low-value items. It is not used for a tidy or curated boutique.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
