deoi3 sau2對手对手
Jyutpingdeoi3 sau2
Yaledeui sáu
Definition
Opponent or antagonist; a competitor in a contest or fight.
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How it's used
Used primarily in competitive contexts like sports, games, or business, this term emphasizes the adversarial nature of the relationship. It is rarely used to describe a romantic partner, unlike the English word partner, which can lead to confusion for learners. When referring to someone you are collaborating with, use 拍檔 instead.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
His opponent this time is very difficult to deal with.
Do you know who the opponent is in the next match?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean a romantic partner, as it strictly implies a rival or someone you are competing against.
Grammar color guide
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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.
