ceoi3 mei6趣味
Jyutpingceoi3 mei6
Yalecheui meih
Definition
Interest, appeal, or delight; the quality of being interesting and attractive.
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How it's used
Focuses on the inherent quality of something that makes it engaging or enjoyable, rather than a personal feeling of curiosity. It often describes hobbies, artistic works, or activities that possess a certain charm or intellectual appeal. While it can be used in casual speech, it carries a slightly more refined or literary tone compared to simply saying 好玩.
Examples
What do you find interesting about learning Cantonese?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe your own personal desire to do something, as it is not a direct translation of the verb 'to be interested in'. Use 對...有興趣 instead of saying 我有趣味.
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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.
