zo2左
Jyutpingzo2
Yalejó
Definition
Left; of or relating to the left side.
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How it's used
Native speakers almost always add 面 or 邊 when describing a location, such as 左面 or 左邊, to make the phrase sound complete. Using just 左 on its own to describe a position often sounds abrupt or incomplete in casual speech. It is primarily used as a prefix in compound nouns like 左手 or 左翼.
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Do not confuse 左 with the aspect marker 咗, which indicates a completed action. While they share the same character in some writing systems, they are distinct in function and pronunciation.
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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.
