ceoi1崔
Jyutpingceoi1
Yalechēui
Definition
A surname, usually transliterated as Tsui or Chui.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Surnames in Cantonese are almost always used with a title like 先生, 小姐, or 太太. Using just the surname alone can sound abrupt or overly familiar unless you are very close friends. It is standard practice to place the title after the surname, such as 崔生 or 崔太.
Examples
His surname is Chui, and everyone calls him Mr. Chui.
Related words
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
