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Jyutpingzi2 man4
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Definition
Fingerprint; the fine ridges on the tips of human fingers.
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How it's used
Fingerprints are frequently discussed in the context of modern security features like biometric locks on smartphones. While the term is standard, it is often paired with verbs related to identification or unlocking. It is a concrete noun used in both formal forensic contexts and casual talk about technology.
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The police found a fingerprint at the scene.
Does your phone require a fingerprint to unlock?
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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.
