bou2葆
Jyutpingbou2
Yalebóu
Definition
Used in personal names.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively found in personal names rather than as a standalone vocabulary word. It carries a formal or slightly old-fashioned aesthetic, often associated with traditional Chinese naming conventions. Because it is a morpheme restricted to names, it lacks a functional meaning in everyday conversation.
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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.
