gap6 zyu6𥄫住
Jyutpinggap6 zyu6
Yalegahp jyuh
Definition
To keep an eye on; to watch closely.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Carries a slightly informal or even suspicious nuance compared to standard verbs like 睇. It often implies watching something or someone closely, sometimes with the intent of guarding it or monitoring behavior. It is frequently used in situations where there is a sense of vigilance or unwanted scrutiny.
Examples
Keep an eye on my bag for me, I'm going to buy a drink.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply looking at something, as it implies a continuous state of monitoring or guarding. Using it in a formal context or professional setting can sound overly casual or accusatory.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
