gyun3 gu3眷顧眷顾
Jyutpinggyun3 gu3
Yalegyun gu
Definition
To show concern, love, and care for someone, usually referring to divine care from God or heaven.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and slightly elevated tone, often implying a sense of divine or high-level protection. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation to describe human-to-human care, where words like 照顧 or 關心 are much more natural. You will most frequently encounter it in religious contexts, literature, or when discussing someone's exceptional good fortune.
Examples
I hope heaven can look after this family.
He feels very lucky to have received the care of God.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word to describe everyday care between friends or family members. Using it in a casual setting sounds overly dramatic or archaic, as if you are speaking like a character in a historical drama.
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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.
