fui1 haai4詼諧诙谐
Jyutpingfui1 haai4
Yalefūi hàaih
Definition
Humorous, funny, or cheeky in a way that makes people laugh.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly literary or formal nuance compared to everyday words like 好笑 or 搞笑. It is often used to describe a person's style of speech or a specific type of performance that is witty and clever rather than just slapstick or crude. You will frequently encounter it in written reviews or when describing someone with a sophisticated sense of humor.
Examples
He speaks in a humorous way and always makes everyone laugh.
Do you think this actor's performance is humorous enough?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general word for funny, but it specifically implies a clever, lighthearted, or witty kind of humor. Using it to describe a simple joke or a silly situation can sound slightly unnatural or overly formal.
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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.
