zung1 gaan1中間中间
Jyutpingzung1 gaan1
Yalejūng gāan
Definition
Between; in between, referring to either spatial position or time.
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How it's used
Beyond physical space, this term frequently describes abstract intervals like time or social positions. It is often used with the particle 嘅 to connect to the objects being bridged. When referring to the middle of a specific object or area, it functions as a noun indicating the central point or interior section.
Examples
He is standing between two people.
What do you think is the difference between these two things?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean 'middle' in the sense of 'average' or 'medium' when describing sizes or quality, where 中等 is the appropriate choice.
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Grammar guides
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
- Possession (嘅)How to say my, your, and his, and how to link a describing word to a noun, all with the little word 嘅 (ge3).
