Cantonese
Cantonese (adj) means relating to the city of Guangzhou (historically called Canton), its people, language, or cuisine. Example: “The restaurant specializes in Cantonese dim sum.”
How to Use Cantonese
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to the Guangzhou region of China, or the Chinese language spoken there.
Word Forms
Cantonese plural
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Etymology
From "Canton," the old Western name for Guangzhou, plus the suffix "-ese."
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What does “Cantonese” mean?
The word “Cantonese” means relating to the city of Guangzhou (historically called Canton), its people, language, or cuisine. In plain terms, relating to the Guangzhou region of China, or the Chinese language spoken there.
How do you pronounce “Cantonese”?
“Cantonese” is pronounced kan-tuh-NEEZ (/kæn.təˈniz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cantonese” in a sentence?
Here is “Cantonese” used in a sentence: “The restaurant specializes in Cantonese dim sum.”
What is another word for “Cantonese”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Cantonese” include Yue Chinese, Yue, Cantonese language and Cantonese dialect.
What part of speech is “Cantonese”?
Depending on how it is used, “Cantonese” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “Cantonese” have?
“Cantonese” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the city of Guangzhou (historically called Canton), its people, language, or cuisine.