gam2 ho6感荷

Jyutpinggam2 ho6

Yalegám hoh

Definition

To be grateful or deeply appreciative.

writtenemotion

How it's used

Expressing gratitude through this term carries a slightly formal or literary weight compared to common phrases like 多謝. It is often used to emphasize a deeper sense of being touched or indebted by someone's kindness. You will hear it more frequently in written correspondence or when someone wants to sound particularly sincere and polite.

Examples

do1多ze6謝nei5你bong1幫mong4忙，zan1真hai6係gam2感ho6荷。

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it.

keoi5佢deoi3對ngo5我gam3咁hou2好，ngo5我dim2點wui2會m4唔gam2感ho4荷aa1呀？

He treats me so well, how could I not appreciate it?

Common phrases

sam1深gam2感ho4荷

deeply appreciate

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual, everyday conversation with friends as it can sound overly dramatic or archaic. Stick to 多謝 or 唔該 for standard social interactions.