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Jyutpingzai3 pin2
Yalejai pín
Definition
To produce a film, television show, or animation.
neutralwork
How it's used
Refers specifically to the professional role or the act of managing film production rather than the technical act of filming. It is common to hear it used as a noun to refer to the producer, as in "佢係呢套戲嘅製片".
Examples
Who is in charge of production for this movie?
Their company rarely produces films, they mostly do commercials.
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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.
