bou3 hei2報喜报喜
Jyutpingbou3 hei2
Yalebou héi
Definition
To announce good news or positive updates.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
Often used in a slightly playful or teasing tone when friends or family are waiting for someone to share major life updates, such as a pregnancy or a promotion. It carries a sense of celebration and anticipation, making it more specific than simply saying someone is sharing information.
Examples
He got first place this time and came back specifically to share the good news.
When will you finally share some good news with us?
Related words
Common phrases
specifically to announce good news
waiting for your good news
Common mistake
Do not use this for general updates or neutral information. It is strictly reserved for positive, celebratory news that brings joy to the listener.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
