gong2 faat3講法讲法
Jyutpinggong2 faat3
Yalegóng faat
Definition
A way of saying something, an opinion, or an explanation of a matter.
colloquialcommunicationdescriptions
How it's used
Focuses on the subjective nature of an explanation or a perspective rather than a proven fact. It is frequently used when acknowledging that multiple, possibly conflicting, accounts exist for the same event. Use it to introduce a theory or a specific way of framing an argument.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
I find your explanation a bit far-fetched.
There are many different versions of the story regarding this matter.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 說法 in Mandarin, which can sometimes imply a formal demand for an explanation or an apology. In Cantonese, 講法 is strictly about the content of a perspective or a version of an event.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
