gwo3 co3過錯过错
Jyutpinggwo3 co3
Yalegwo cho
Definition
Fault; mistake; error.
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How it's used
While this term refers to mistakes or faults, it carries a slightly formal or serious weight compared to everyday words like 錯. It is frequently used in contexts involving accountability, blame, or moral judgment rather than simple errors in a task. You will often hear it in formal apologies or when discussing legal or ethical responsibility.
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Common mistake
Learners often use this as a direct synonym for 錯, but it is a noun and cannot function as an adjective or verb. You should not use it to say someone is wrong in a casual sense, as that would sound overly dramatic or accusatory.
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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.
