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Jyutpingdaap6 seoi2
Yaledaahp séui
Definition
Rich; wealthy; possessing a lot of money or assets.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly informal and sometimes envious tone, often used to describe someone who is visibly wealthy or has deep pockets. It is more descriptive and punchy than the standard 有錢, making it common in casual gossip or when discussing someone's financial status behind their back.
Examples
I heard his family is very wealthy and he doesn't need to work.
Related words
Common phrases
very rich
Common mistake
Avoid using this term in formal business settings or when speaking to someone you do not know well, as it can sound overly blunt or even slightly mocking depending on the context.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.



