gwo3 loi4過來过来
Jyutpinggwo3 loi4
Yalegwo lòih
Definition
To come over; to come to where the speaker is, or to return to an original state.
- to come over; to come from another place to here
- to return to an original state; to regain consciousness or recover
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Use this to describe movement towards the speaker, distinguishing it from 去 which implies movement away. It often carries a sense of invitation or expectation for someone to join the speaker's current location. When used with time or states, it can also imply transitioning into a new phase or recovering from a situation.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 過去, which indicates movement away from the speaker or towards a third location. Always check if the speaker is the destination before choosing between 嚟 and 去.
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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.
