zing3 zung1 gaan1正中間正中间
Jyutpingzing3 zung1 gaan1
Yalejing jūng gāan
Definition
The exact center; the very middle of a space or position.
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How it's used
The character 正 acts as an intensifier here, emphasizing that the position is exactly or precisely in the center. It is more emphatic than just saying 中間, which can refer to a general area rather than a specific point. You will often hear it used when giving instructions for positioning or describing the layout of objects.
Examples
You should stand right in the middle, it will look better in the photo.
The strawberry right in the middle of the cake is mine.
Related words
Common phrases
stand right in the middle
the exact center position
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 中間, which is a broader term for the middle area. Using 正中間 implies a high degree of precision, so it sounds unnatural if you are referring to a vague or approximate location.
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Grammar guides
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