goi2 meng2改名
Jyutpinggoi2 meng2
Yalegói méng
Definition
To name or rename a person, animal, or object.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
While it can mean giving a name for the first time, it is frequently used when someone decides to change their existing name to something else. It functions as a verb-object compound, so you can insert aspect markers like 咗 or 緊 directly into the middle of the phrase. It is common to use the structure 幫人改名 when specifying who is receiving the name.
Examples
Business has improved since this shop changed its name.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 提名, which means to nominate someone. Also, remember that when you are talking about the act of naming a baby, you are usually referring to the process of choosing a name rather than the legal registration process.
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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.
