zang1 leon6爭論争论
Jyutpingzang1 leon6
Yalejāng leuhn
Definition
To argue, debate, or dispute; to hold onto one's standpoint and contest with others.
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How it's used
Focuses on the intellectual or verbal clash of opposing viewpoints rather than just a heated emotional outburst. It implies a structured or persistent back and forth where each side is trying to prove their point valid. Use this when describing a debate or a disagreement over facts, principles, or decisions.
Examples
The two of them are always arguing over small things.
How much longer are you two going to argue before you stop?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple physical fights or shouting matches where no logical point is being made, as those are better described as 嗌交.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
