ceoi2 siu1取消
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Definition
To cancel or call off a planned event or arrangement.
neutraldaily actionswork
How it's used
While this term is widely understood, it carries a slightly formal tone in spoken Cantonese. In casual daily settings, people often prefer using the phrase 唔搞喇 to express that something has been called off or abandoned.
Examples
They cancelled tomorrow's meeting.
Do you want to cancel the appointment?
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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.
