can3 gaa1襯家衬家
Jyutpingcan3 gaa1
Yalechan gā
Definition
The parents of one's son-in-law or daughter-in-law; in-laws of one's child.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the parents of one's son-in-law or daughter-in-law. It implies a formal social connection between the two sets of parents that often involves mutual respect and occasional social gatherings.
Measure word
deoi3對deuiExamples
Their two families are in-laws and often meet up for dim sum.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for relatives like 親戚, as it is strictly limited to the parents of your child's spouse.
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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.
