Learn Object Classifiers in Cantonese 物件量詞

Master object classifiers vocabulary in Cantonese! This comprehensive guide features 12 essential Cantonese words related to object classifiers, complete with audio pronunciation and real-life video examples.

Learning object classifiers vocabulary is crucial for everyday conversations in Cantonese. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your Cantonese skills, these words will help you express yourself naturally in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, and other Cantonese-speaking regions.

Learning Tip: Practice each word's pronunciation using the audio button , then watch real usage examples by clicking the video icon to see how native speakers use these words in context.

12 Words Audio Pronunciation Video Examples Available
Cantonese English Pronounce
yat1
bun2
One (for books)
jat1
zoeng1
One (for flat objects, paper)
jat1
tiu4
One piece (for long, thin objects; rivers)
jat1
faai3
One piece/block (for cake, land)
One bundle (for flowers, etc.)
One box (for items that come in boxes)
One (for small round objects, stars)
One piece (for clothing, matters)
One (for pens, flowers with stems)
One (for certain animals, clocks, shoes)
One grain (for small, round, granular objects)
One (for songs, teams)

How to Use This Vocabulary List

  1. Listen First: Click the button to hear native Cantonese pronunciation
  2. See It in Context: Click the icon (when available) to watch video clips showing how native speakers use this word in real conversations
  3. Practice Daily: Try to use 2 new words each day in your Cantonese conversations
  4. Create Sentences: Don't just memorize - create your own sentences using these object classifiers words

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After mastering object classifiers vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.

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Quick Facts
  • 📚 12 words in this category
  • 🎯 Difficulty: Beginner-Friendly
  • ⏱️ Estimated learning time: 30 minutes
  • 🎬 4 words with video examples

Why Learn Object Classifiers in Cantonese?

Understanding object classifiers-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.

These 12 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used object classifiers terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:

  • Jyutping romanization - showing you exactly how to pronounce each word
  • Audio pronunciation - recorded by native Cantonese speakers
  • Video examples - see and hear the words used in authentic contexts (where available)

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