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Jyutpingzung1 waang4
Yalejūng wàahng
Definition
Crisscrossed; running vertically and horizontally, or north-south and east-west.
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How it's used
Focuses on the intersection of lines or paths, often implying a dense or complex network. While it can describe physical geography, it is frequently used metaphorically to describe intricate social connections or abstract systems. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to everyday descriptive adjectives.
Examples
The roads here are criss-crossed, it is very easy to get lost.
Their relationships are all intertwined, it is really complicated.
Related words
Common phrases
criss-crossed and intertwined
to travel freely across the world
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a simple 'plus' sign or a single intersection, as it implies a more extensive or complex web of lines rather than just two crossing paths.
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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.
