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Definition
Integral, in mathematics.
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How it's used
Beyond the mathematical context, this term is also widely used in everyday life to refer to loyalty points or reward points earned from credit cards or membership programs. When used in this non-mathematical sense, it functions as a noun that can be collected, redeemed, or expired. It is common to hear people discuss whether they have enough points to exchange for a gift or a discount.
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How do you calculate the integral for this math problem?
It took me a long time to calculate the integral.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse the mathematical usage with the common retail usage. In a classroom setting, it refers to calculus, but in a shopping mall, it refers to store credit or loyalty points.
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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.
