gaam1 si6監視监视

Jyutpinggaam1 si6

Yalegām sih

Definition

To monitor; surveillance

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How it's used

Implies a sense of suspicion or lack of trust, often suggesting that the person being watched is unaware or being monitored against their will. It is frequently used in contexts involving security, private investigators, or controlling behavior in relationships. Unlike simply looking at someone, this word carries a heavy connotation of surveillance or tracking.

Examples

keoi5 seng4 jat6 gaam1 si6 zyu6 ngo5 zou6 je5 hou2 faan4 aa4

佢成日監視住我做嘢，好煩呀。

He is always watching over my work, it is so annoying.

nei5 zou6 me1 jiu3 gaam1 si6 zyu6 ngo5 ge3 hang4 zung1

你做咩要監視住我嘅行蹤？

Why do you have to keep track of my whereabouts?

Common phrases

gaam1 si6 hei3

監視器

surveillance camera

gaam1 si6 zyu6

監視住

keeping watch on

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 睇住, which can simply mean to look after someone or keep an eye on something for safety. Using 監視 in a casual context, such as asking a friend to watch your bag, sounds like you are accusing them of being a spy.