gaa1 sat1家室
Jyutpinggaa1 sat1
Yalegā sāt
Definition
A family, household, a couple, or a house.
- family; household
- husband and wife; a couple
- house; room; dwelling
neutralfamilypeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the responsibilities and state of having a family or being married. It carries a sense of maturity and the weight of domestic duty rather than just the physical building of a home. People often use it to describe the transition into a settled, adult life where one must prioritize household stability.
Examples
He is always thinking about his family and rarely goes out to play.
Now that you have a family of your own, you need to think things through carefully.
Related words
Common phrases
to get married and establish a family
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 屋企 which is the standard, everyday word for home or family. Using 家室 in casual conversation can sound slightly formal, literary, or old-fashioned, as if you are emphasizing the burden of family life.
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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.
