zau6 gan6就近
Jyutpingzau6 gan6
Yalejauh gahn
Definition
Nearby; in the neighborhood; close by in geographical distance.
colloquialplacestransport
How it's used
This term functions as an adjective to describe something that is conveniently close in terms of location. It carries a sense of practicality, often implying that the speaker is choosing a place because it saves time or effort rather than because it is the best option. It is frequently used when giving instructions or making suggestions about where to go for services like food or transport.
Examples
Go find a nearby convenience store to buy a bottle of water.
Is there a nearby MTR station around here?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistake this for a verb meaning to approach, but it is strictly used to describe a location that is close by. Do not use it to describe the act of moving closer to someone or something.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
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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.
