cai3 gei2 hyun1砌幾圈砌几圈
Jyutpingcai3 gei2 hyun1
Yalechai géi hyūn
Definition
To play a few rounds of mahjong.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Using the verb 砌 implies a casual and social atmosphere, often suggesting a long session that lasts through the night. It is a very common way to invite friends over for a game without needing to explicitly say the word 麻雀. The phrase focuses on the act of building the walls of tiles, which is a central part of the game setup.
Examples
We are free tonight, why don't we go up and play some mahjong?
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Common mistake
Do not use this phrase in formal settings or with people you do not know well, as it is strictly colloquial and implies a close, informal relationship. It is also specific to mahjong and cannot be used for other types of card games or board games.
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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.
