bei3 jau6庇佑
Jyutpingbei3 jau6
Yalebei yauh
Definition
To bless and protect; used for gods or deities.
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How it's used
This word carries a formal and reverent tone, typically used in contexts involving deities, ancestors, or spiritual protection. It is rarely used in casual conversation to describe human help, as it implies a divine or supernatural level of care. You will often hear it in prayers or when people express gratitude for surviving a difficult situation.
Examples
I hope the gods bless my whole family with peace.
You are so kind, you will definitely be blessed by the gods.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe a person helping another person, as it specifically implies divine intervention. For human assistance, use words like 幫忙 or 照顧 instead.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
