fan1 got3分割

Jyutpingfan1 got3

Yalefān got

動詞Uncommon

Definition

To divide into smaller parts, or to sever a relationship.

to sever or cut off a relationship
to divide a large thing into smaller parts

neutraldaily actionspeople

How it's used

Use this term primarily for abstract concepts like relationships or formal divisions of space and property. When talking about physically cutting up food or everyday objects, native speakers almost always prefer using 剪開 or 切開 instead. It carries a slightly formal or clinical tone compared to the more common colloquial ways to describe breaking up.

Examples

keoi5佢dei6哋loeng5兩go3個ji5已ging1經fan1分got3割zo2咗gwaan1關hai6係laa3喇。

The two of them have already ended their relationship.

ni1呢go3個daan6蛋gou1糕jiu3要dim2點joeng2樣fan1分got3割sin1先gau3夠fan1分aa4呀？

How should we divide this cake so there is enough for everyone?

Common phrases

fan1分got3割coi4財caan2產

to divide assets

fan1分got3割keoi1區wik6域

to divide an area

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe breaking up with a romantic partner in casual conversation, as it sounds overly technical or legalistic. Instead, use 分手 to talk about ending a romantic relationship.