zung1 laap6 gwok3中立國中立国
Jyutpingzung1 laap6 gwok3
Yalejūng laph gwok
Definition
Neutral country
neutralother
How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, political, or historical contexts rather than daily casual conversation. It carries a sense of diplomatic distance and non-alignment during international conflicts. While it is a standard noun, you will most often encounter it in news reports or academic discussions about global politics.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
seoi6 si6 hai6 jat1 go3 hou2 ceot1 meng2 ge3 zung1 laap6 gwok3
瑞士係一個好出名嘅中立國。
Switzerland is a very famous neutral state.
keoi5 dei6 soeng2 zou6 zung1 laap6 gwok3 m4 soeng2 gyun2 jap6 zin3 zang1
佢哋想做中立國，唔想捲入戰爭。
They want to be a neutral state and do not want to get involved in the war.
Related words
Common phrases
wing5 gau2 zung1 laap6 gwok3
永久中立國
permanently neutral state
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
