go2 bin6嗰便
Jyutpinggo2 bin6
Yalegó bihn
Definition
Over there; that side; that way.
colloquialplaces
How it's used
Refers to a location that is further away from both the speaker and the listener, often used to point out a general direction or area. It is frequently used in casual conversation to replace more specific directional terms when the exact spot is understood by context. The pronunciation often shifts to go2 bin6 in rapid speech.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 嗰邊, which is the standard term for that side or that direction. While 嗰便 is widely understood and used in speech, 嗰邊 is much more common in both writing and daily conversation.
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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.
