can1 saang1 gwat1 juk6親生骨肉亲生骨肉
Jyutpingcan1 saang1 gwat1 juk6
Yalechān sāang gwāt yuhk
Definition
One's biological child; one's own flesh and blood.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
Emphasizes the deep, emotional, and biological bond between a parent and child, often used in dramatic contexts or when stressing parental responsibility. It carries a heavier weight than simply saying 仔女 or 親生仔, as it highlights the literal blood connection. People frequently use this phrase to appeal to a person's conscience or to express the unconditional love a parent should feel.
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He is your own flesh and blood after all, don't be so heartless.
Can you really bear to abandon your own biological child?
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Common phrases
flesh and blood
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, lighthearted conversation as it sounds overly dramatic or intense. It is typically reserved for serious discussions about family loyalty, abandonment, or deep emotional conflicts.
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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.
