cung4 ci2 ji5 hau6從此以後从此以后
Jyutpingcung4 ci2 ji5 hau6
Yalechùhng chí yíh hauh
Definition
From now on, or from then on; henceforth.
neutraltime
How it's used
While this phrase is understood in Cantonese, it carries a slightly formal or literary tone, often appearing in storytelling or dramatic declarations. In everyday casual speech, people frequently prefer the simpler phrase 由今日開始 to express the same idea of a new beginning.
Examples
From now on, we must live well.
Related words
Common phrases
lived happily ever after
Common mistake
Learners often use this phrase in overly casual contexts where it sounds slightly stiff or dramatic. It is better suited for marking a significant turning point in a narrative rather than routine daily changes.
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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.
