Archive for the 'Cantonese Grammar' Category
December 20, 2019
Talking About Tomorrow in Cantonese: Dates in Cantonese
Although English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, learning how to describe dates in Cantonese would be of great benefit to you. Mastering Cantonese dates will not only help you communicate better with the locals, it will also ensure that you won’t miss out on any important meetings or fun events in town.
In this article, we’ll go over how to say dates in Cantonese, how it differs from how to write dates in Cantonese, and even give you some background information on the Chinese calendar.
Can’t wait to learn about Cantonese dates? Let CantoneseClass101.com give you a hand!
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Traditional Chinese Calendar and Modern Calendar
Cantonese Years
Cantonese Months
Cantonese Days
Cantonese Date Format
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December 6, 2019
Cantonese Family: “Grandmother” in Cantonese and More!
Although English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, learning how to describe your family in Cantonese will be of great benefit to you. Not only will it help you understand the local culture better, but it can also facilitate communication with the locals and show respect, especially considering that family is a strong institution here.
Want to learn more about Hong Kong families in general and familiarize yourself with basic Cantonese family expressions? Keep reading and let CantoneseClass101.com give you a hand!
In this article, we’ll go over essential information including family titles in Cantonese, family Cantonese words, how to say family in Cantonese, and family relations in Cantonese.
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November 21, 2019
Must-Know Cantonese Travel Phrases
Even though English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, learning Cantonese travel phrases can still be of great benefit to you. Not only will it help you navigate through the world’s greatest city better, but it can also serve as a conversation starter with the locals and help you understand the culture better. That’s why we’ve put together this guide about Cantonese travel phrases for those who speak English.
Can’t wait to put some Cantonese travel phrases in your pocket? Read below and let CantoneseClass101.com give you a hand with our Hong Kong travel words list! Here, you’ll find Cantonese travel phrases and words translated to English to help you navigate the country.
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Basic Expressions
Transportation
Shopping
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October 9, 2019
How To Post In Perfect Cantonese on Social Media
You're learning to speak Cantonese, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Cantonese.
At Learn Cantonese, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Cantonese in the process.
1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Cantonese
Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Cantonese. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants!
David eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of their food, and leaves this comment:
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September 12, 2019
How to Say Sorry in Cantonese
How to say sorry is one of the first things that a traveler or a language learner should learn—knowing how to say sorry helps us better communicate and maintain relationships with new friends, especially in Hong Kong where we are famous for our politeness. That said, it’s quite important to learn how to say sorry in Cantonese culture.
There are various ways to say sorry in English, such as “I am sorry,” My apologies,” and many more. It’s the same for Cantonese; we have different phrases to express our apologies for formal, informal, and specific occasions. Let’s go through some of the most widely-used phrases for apology in Cantonese below together! Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Cantonese... Show more