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Definition
Jazz music.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the musical genre and is treated as a loan translation from English. It is frequently used in contexts involving live music venues or sophisticated nightlife in Hong Kong. While the term is standard, younger speakers might occasionally just use the English word jazz directly in casual conversation.
Examples
He really likes listening to jazz.
Is there a jazz performance at this bar tonight?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
