cou5儲
Jyutpingcou5
Yalechóuh
Definition
To save, store up, collect, or accumulate things for future use or as a hobby.
colloquialmoneydaily actions
How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of saving money, this verb is frequently used for hobbies like collecting stamps, figurines, or even digital items like points or game currency. It implies a deliberate, ongoing process of accumulation over time rather than a one-time acquisition. When used for money, it often carries the nuance of setting aside funds for a specific future goal.
Examples
He loves collecting models; they are all over the house.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 儲 with 慳, which specifically means to be frugal or to spend less money. While you might need to 慳 in order to 儲, the two actions are distinct: one focuses on reducing expenditure, while the other focuses on the act of accumulating.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
