zang1磳
Jyutpingzang1
Yalejāng
Definition
A cliff or a steep rock wall.
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How it's used
This character is rarely used in modern spoken Cantonese, as most people prefer the more common term 懸崖. It is often reserved for specific geographical descriptions or literary contexts. Using it in casual conversation may sound slightly formal or archaic to native speakers.
Measure word
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Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 崖, which is the standard, widely understood word for a cliff. Using 磳 might cause confusion or be misunderstood as a mispronunciation of other similar-sounding characters.
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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.
