ceot1 meng2出名
Jyutpingceot1 meng2
Yalechēut méng
Definition
Famous, well-known, or highly visible.
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How it's used
Use this adjective to describe people, places, or things that have high public recognition. It functions similarly to the English word famous but is much more versatile in casual speech. You can place it directly after a subject or use it with a degree adverb like 好 to emphasize the level of fame.
Examples
This restaurant is really famous.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe yourself in a boastful way, as it can sound arrogant. If you want to say you are well known in a specific field, it is more natural to say 我喺呢行做咗好耐, which implies your reputation rather than explicitly calling yourself famous.
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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.
