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Jyutpingzung1 wai6
Yalejūng waih
Definition
The middle position, spot, or rank.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a physical or geometric center point rather than a metaphorical middle. It is often used in technical or formal contexts like geometry or sports positioning. When describing a general middle area, people usually prefer using 中間 instead.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe the middle of a time period or a social situation, as it sounds overly clinical or literal. Use 中間 for those cases.
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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.
