zi1 mak6支脈支脉
Jyutpingzi1 mak6
Yalejī mahk
Definition
A branch, spur, or offshoot of a mountain range, river, or system.
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How it's used
Primarily used in geographical or genealogical contexts to describe secondary lines or offshoots. While it can apply to rivers or mountain ranges, it is also frequently used to describe the expansion of a family lineage or a large organization. It carries a formal tone compared to more common words for parts or branches.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
This river is one of the branches of the main stream.
This family has many branches scattered all over the world.
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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.
