zung1 gwok3 man4 hok6中國文學中国文学
Jyutpingzung1 gwok3 man4 hok6
Yalejūng gwok màhn hohk
Definition
Chinese literature.
neutralschool
How it's used
Academic subjects in Hong Kong are often referred to by their full names in formal contexts, but students frequently shorten them to just 中文 when talking about their major or school subject. Using the full term 中國文學 emphasizes the literary and scholarly aspect rather than just the language skills or daily communication. It carries a slightly more serious or formal tone compared to the casual way people talk about their studies.
Examples
She is studying Chinese Literature at university.
Are you interested in Chinese Literature?
Related words
Common phrases
Department of Chinese Literature
Chinese Literature research
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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.
