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時間

si4 gaan3
time
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Usage

  • Time (時間 si4 gaan3) is used to talk about the measurable period when things happen.
  • It can refer to specific points or durations, like 'What time is it?' or 'I don't have enough time.'
  • 時間 is a noun, so it usually follows verbs or prepositions when used in sentences.
  • You can use 時間 with measure words like '個' (go3) when counting chunks of time.
  • It’s common to use 時間 in both formal and informal conversations about schedules, deadlines, and daily activities.
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Examples

  • 你有冇時間幫我？
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    nei5 jau5 mou5 si4 gaan3 bong1 ngo5?
    Do you have time to help me?
  • 我今日冇時間去買嘢。
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    ngo5 gam1 jat6 mou5 si4 gaan3 heoi3 maai5 je5.
    I don't have time to go shopping today.
  • 時間過得好快。
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    si4 gaan3 gwo3 dak1 hou2 faai3.
    Time goes by very quickly.
  • 你幾點有時間？
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    nei5 gei2 dim2 jau5 si4 gaan3?
    What time will you be free?

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