gaa1 jyu6 wu6 hiu2家喻户曉家喻户晓
Jyutpinggaa1 jyu6 wu6 hiu2
Yalegā yuh wuh híu
Definition
Well known; understood by every household; household word.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly formal or literary tone despite being used in daily speech. It is mostly reserved for describing people, stories, or brands that have achieved universal recognition across generations. Using it for something minor or niche sounds hyperbolic.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe personal acquaintances or local news that only a small group knows. It implies a level of fame that reaches almost every household.
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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.
