go2 go3嗰個嗰个
Jyutpinggo2 go3
Yalegó go
Definition
That; used to indicate a person, thing, or concept relatively far from the speaker.
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How it's used
Distinguishing between 呢個 and 嗰個 relies on the physical or conceptual distance of the object from the speaker. When referring to something previously mentioned in a conversation, 嗰個 often functions as a way to point back to that specific topic or entity. It is frequently used with a demonstrative gesture in face to face communication.
Examples
That person over there is my friend.
Do you like that one or this one?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 嗰個 with 嗰啲, which is the plural form. Remember that 嗰個 is strictly singular and must be used with a measure word if the noun is explicitly stated, such as 嗰個女仔.
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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.
