zan6 sin3陣線阵线
Jyutpingzan6 sin3
Yalejahn sin
Definition
A group of people united by a common goal or facing a common enemy; a front or coalition.
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How it's used
Often used in political or competitive contexts to describe an alliance or shared stance against a common opponent. It implies a strategic alignment rather than just a personal friendship. The phrase 企同一陣線 is the most common way to express taking a side in a conflict.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
We are on the same front as them now.
Are you planning to stand on the same side as them?
Related words
Common phrases
on the same front
to stand on the same side
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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.
