Knowra Cantonese people Cantonese people Cantonese people are a Han Chinese population originating mainly in Guangdong and Guangxi, historically associated with Cantonese language and culture.
Cantonese language : A Yue Chinese language variety spoken chiefly in Guangdong, Guangxi, Hong Kong, and overseas communities. It is the most prominent language historically associated with Cantonese identity.
Guangdong : A province on China's southern coast, with Guangzhou as its capital. Much of the population's historical heartland lies within Guangdong.
Hong Kong : A special administrative region of China on the southern coast, with Cantonese widely used in public life. Its institutions and media have become major centers of Cantonese culture.
Mandarin Chinese : The largest group of Chinese language varieties, including the standard spoken language of China. Its contrast with Cantonese is linguistic, not a division between separate ethnicities.
Lingnan culture : The regional culture of southern China south of the Nanling Mountains, especially Guangdong and Guangxi. It provides the broader historical and cultural setting for Cantonese communities.
Guangxi : An autonomous region in southern China bordering Guangdong, Vietnam, and several other provinces. Parts of Guangxi share Cantonese language varieties and historical ties with Guangdong.
Macau : A special administrative region of China on the western side of the Pearl River estuary. Longstanding migration and trade linked Macau's society to Cantonese-speaking communities.
Hakka people : A Han Chinese population with distinct historical communities and Hakka language varieties across southern China and beyond. Hakka communities share parts of the region but have distinct histories and identity.
Cantonese cuisine : A regional Chinese culinary tradition known for varied ingredients, restrained seasoning, and techniques such as steaming and stir-frying. Foodways are among the most visible expressions of Cantonese culture.
Yue Chinese : A branch of Chinese varieties that includes Cantonese and is spoken mainly in southern China. Yue-speaking populations provide the linguistic context for Cantonese communities.
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