zoeng2 hong6獎項奖项
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Definition
An award or prize given to recognize outstanding achievement or to declare the winner of a competition.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to formal recognition or trophies bestowed upon winners of competitions or high achievers. It carries a more professional and institutional weight compared to simply winning a game or a small bet. Use this term when discussing accolades in academic, artistic, or professional contexts.
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He won many different awards this year.
What awards are there for this competition?
Related words
Common phrases
to present an award
to receive an award
Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual rewards like a small gift or a treat, where 禮物 or 獎品 would be more appropriate. 獎項 implies a structured evaluation process rather than a simple prize.
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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.
