ging1 hei2驚喜惊喜
Jyutpingging1 hei2
Yalegīng héi
Definition
A pleasant or delightful surprise.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Focus on the positive nature of the event, as it specifically implies a happy or delightful outcome. It is frequently used in the structure 畀驚喜 to mean giving someone a surprise. Unlike some other languages where surprise can be neutral, this term almost always carries a connotation of joy or excitement.
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Receiving this gift is such a pleasant surprise.
Are you trying to surprise me by throwing this birthday party?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe shocking or negative events, as it is strictly reserved for positive experiences. For negative or neutral shocks, use 嚇親 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
