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How do you say blue in cantonese?

There are a few ways to say "blue" in Cantonese, depending on the shade and context:

Most common:

* 藍 (laam) - This is the most common and general term for blue.

Other options:

* 青 (cing) - This can also mean blue, but it's more often used for shades of green, light blue, or turquoise.

* 淺藍 (cin laam) - This literally means "light blue".

* 深藍 (sam laam) - This literally means "dark blue".

The best way to choose the right word is to consider the context and the specific shade of blue you're referring to.

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