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Jyutpingzung1
Yalejūng
Definition
A Chinese surname.
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How it's used
This surname is extremely rare in Hong Kong and is often mistaken for the much more common surname 鍾. Because of this, people with this surname frequently have to clarify the character by describing its components or writing it down to avoid confusion.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the common surname 鍾, which sounds identical in Cantonese. When introducing someone with this surname, it is helpful to specify that it is the character with the three people radical.
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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.
