bong1 bou2幫補帮补
Jyutpingbong1 bou2
Yalebōng bóu
Definition
To earn a small amount of money to support the financing of the family
colloquialmoneyfamily
How it's used
Focuses specifically on providing financial assistance to make ends meet or to ease a burden. It implies that the person is already earning or receiving something, but it is insufficient, so this extra effort acts as a necessary supplement. It is frequently used in the context of family responsibilities or daily living costs.
Examples
keoi5 daa2 do1 fan2 gung1 lai4 bong1 bou2 gaa1 gai3
佢打多份工嚟幫補家計。
He works an extra job to supplement the family income.
nei5 ne1 fan6 jan4 gung1 gau3 m4 gau3 bong1 bou2 sang1 wut6 aa4
你呢份人工夠唔夠幫補生活呀？
Is your salary enough to help cover your living expenses?
Related words
Common phrases
bong1 bou2 gaa1 gai3
幫補家計
supplement family income
bong1 bou2 sang1 wut6
幫補生活
help cover living expenses
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 補貼, which often refers to a formal subsidy or allowance provided by an organization or government. 幫補 is more personal and usually refers to an individual's own efforts to improve their financial situation.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
