fu6 gou3訃告讣告

Jyutpingfu6 gou3

Yalefuh gou

名詞

Definition

Obituary; a notice of someone's death.

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How it's used

Refers specifically to the formal announcement of a death, often published in newspapers or displayed at funeral parlors. While it serves a functional purpose, it is a highly sensitive term that carries a somber tone. It is distinct from casual news of a death, as it implies a structured, public notification process.

Measure word

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Examples

bou3報zi2紙dang1登zo2咗fu6訃gou3告mei6未aa4呀？

Has the obituary been published in the newspaper yet?

keoi5佢uk1屋kei2企jan4人faat3發zo2咗fu6訃gou3告laa3喇。

His family has issued the obituary notice.

Common phrases

hon2刊dang1登fu6訃gou3告

to publish an obituary

faat3發ceot1出fu6訃gou3告

to issue an obituary notice

Common mistake

Avoid using this term in casual conversation when simply telling a friend that someone passed away, as it sounds overly formal or bureaucratic. Use 過身 or 走咗 instead for everyday speech.