got3 ngoi3割愛割爱
Jyutpinggot3 ngoi3
Yalegot ngoi
Definition
To part with something you love or cherish.
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How it's used
Used primarily when someone is asked to give up or sell a prized possession, often implying that the item has significant sentimental value. It carries a polite, slightly formal tone that acknowledges the difficulty of the decision to let go. It is frequently used in hobbyist communities like collecting vinyl records, vintage watches, or rare toys.
Examples
I really like this shirt, I truly cannot bear to part with it.
Related words
Common phrases
to part with a beloved item with great reluctance
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe giving up abstract things like habits or goals, as it is strictly reserved for physical objects that one treasures. It is not a casual term for simply throwing something away or donating unwanted items.
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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.
