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Definition
Sammi Cheng, a prominent Hong Kong pop singer and actress.
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How it's used
Sammi Cheng is widely regarded as the Queen of Cantopop and is a cultural icon in Hong Kong. Her name is often used as a shorthand for a specific era of Hong Kong pop culture and fashion. When discussing her, fans frequently refer to her simply as Sammi rather than her full name.
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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.
