Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a powerful experience, and RubberBand's 'Ciao' offers a heartfelt entry point into Cantonese and the contemporary culture of Hong Kong. This song, with its themes of farewell and hope, can help you connect with the deep emotions and resilience of a community. By exploring the lyrics of 'Ciao', you'll not only learn new vocabulary but also gain a deeper understanding of the stories and sentiments that shape a city.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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新 /ɕin/ A1 |
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家 /t͡ɕia/ A1 |
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水 /ʂuei/ A1 |
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未來 /wei lai/ A2 |
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紅 /hʊŋ/ A1 |
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眼 /jan/ A1 |
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時間 /ʂɨ˧˥ t͡ɕi̯ɛn/ A1 |
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笑 /ɕi̯ɑʊ/ A1 |
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悲 /pei/ B1 |
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別離 /bi̯ɛ li/ B2 |
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時代 /ʂɨ taɪ/ B1 |
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巨浪 /d͡ʑy lan/ B2 |
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髮 /fa/ A2 |
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世界 /ʂɨ t͡ɕi̯ɛ/ A1 |
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安定 /an tin/ B1 |
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冒險 /mɑʊ ɕi̯ɛn/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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願你去到新天地
➔ Verb + to + destination (infinitive of purpose)
➔ The phrase '願你去到新天地' uses the structure of the verb 'to wish' + 'you' + 'go to' and a destination to express hope for someone to arrive somewhere.
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在那邊休息 閒來看齣戲
➔ Consecutive verbs indicating actions in sequence
➔ The phrase uses multiple verbs in sequence to describe consecutive actions: resting over there and casually watching a show.
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信每站 風光旖旎
➔ Use of '信' to express belief or trust in something
➔ The character '信' conveys trusting or believing in the beauty of the scenery at each stop, emphasizing faith in the journey.
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任季節再更迭換替
➔ Use of '任' + noun + '再' + verb to express allowance or acceptance of a new condition
➔ The structure '任' + seasonal noun + '再' + verb indicates accepting the changing seasons without resistance, allowing nature to proceed.
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直到你我不給分隔
➔ Use of '直到' + clause to indicate 'until' a condition is met
➔ The phrase '直到你我不給分隔' employs 'until' as a conjunction indicating that separation will persist until a certain point, emphasizing duration.
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說了再見 約定再見
➔ Repetition of '再見' (goodbye) with '說了' (said) indicates repeated actions or insistence
➔ The phrase uses repetition of '再見' (goodbye) with '說了' (said) to emphasize the act of saying farewell multiple times or to reinforce the importance of the goodbye.
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