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Definition
An afternoon or middle work shift; also refers to mid-process changes or a historical Chinese title.
- the afternoon or middle shift of a working day
- changes made in the middle of a process
- literarya title for historical Chinese lords
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the shift that falls between the morning and night shifts, typically covering the afternoon hours. It is standard terminology in industries like retail, catering, and healthcare where round the clock operations are common. While it describes a time block, it is almost exclusively used in the context of employment schedules.
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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.
