dou6 bit6道別道别
Jyutpingdou6 bit6
Yaledouh biht
Definition
To bid farewell; to say goodbye.
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How it's used
Carries a formal or literary tone that makes it sound significantly more serious than the everyday 講再見. It is typically reserved for significant departures or final farewells rather than casual goodbyes at the end of a workday. Using it in a casual setting can make the speaker sound overly dramatic or like they are reciting a line from a movie.
Examples
They said goodbye at the airport, it was a very touching scene.
Related words
Common phrases
to wave goodbye
to say goodbye with tears in one's eyes
Common mistake
Learners often use it interchangeably with 講再見, but it is not suitable for daily social interactions. Avoid using it when leaving a friend's house after a casual hangout, as it implies a sense of finality or a long separation.
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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.
