do1 ze6多謝多谢
Jyutpingdo1 ze6
Yaledō jeh
Definition
To thank someone; to express gratitude to someone.
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How it's used
Use this term specifically to express gratitude for a favor or a gift. It is rarely used to accept an offer, where 唔該 is the standard choice. If someone offers you a drink or a seat, saying 多謝 might sound like you are declining the offer rather than accepting it with thanks.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 多謝 with 唔該. Use 唔該 when asking for a favor or thanking someone for a small, routine service like holding a door or serving food. Reserve 多謝 for genuine expressions of gratitude for a specific act of kindness or a gift.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
