cin1 gam1千金
Jyutpingcin1 gam1
Yalechīn gām
Definition
A large sum of money, or a polite term for someone else's daughter.
- a vast amount of money
- literarysomeone else's daughter
colloquialpeoplemoney
How it's used
Using this term to refer to someone's daughter carries a respectful and slightly formal tone, often implying the daughter is well-bred or cherished. When referring to money, it is almost exclusively used in set phrases or idioms to emphasize that something is priceless or extremely expensive. It is rarely used in casual conversation to describe a literal pile of cash.
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wai6位waihExamples
His daughter is currently attending university.
Money cannot buy health, you should take care of yourself.
Related words
Common phrases
hard to buy even with a lot of money
a wealthy young lady
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to your own daughter, as it sounds boastful and unnatural. It is strictly an honorific for someone else's child.
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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.
