can1 jau5親友亲友
Jyutpingcan1 jau5
Yalechān yáuh
Definition
Relatives and friends; family and friends.
neutralpeoplefamily
How it's used
Refers collectively to one's social circle of both family and close acquaintances. It is a formal yet warm term often used when discussing social obligations like weddings, funerals, or holiday gatherings. Unlike simply saying 屋企人, it emphasizes the broader network of people you are close to.
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go3個goExamples
He invited all his friends and relatives to his wedding banquet.
Will you be visiting your friends and relatives for Chinese New Year?
Related words
Common phrases
visit friends and relatives
gathering of friends and relatives
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
