fui3 gwo3悔過悔过
Jyutpingfui3 gwo3
Yalefui gwo
Definition
To repent, show remorse, and reflect on one's past mistakes.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal or serious weight, often implying a process of moral reflection rather than just a quick apology. It is commonly associated with institutional settings like schools or workplaces where one must formally acknowledge wrongdoing. Use it when discussing a sincere shift in attitude rather than casual regret.
Examples
He did something wrong and really wants to repent.
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Common phrases
a letter of repentance or self-reflection
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with simple apologies like 唔好意思 or 對唔住. 悔過 implies a deeper, more structured process of self-reflection and change, making it sound overly dramatic or stiff in casual social situations.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
