haa4 si1遐思
Jyutpinghaa4 si1
Yalehàh sī
Definition
Reveries; daydreams or flights of fancy.
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How it's used
Literary in nature, this term is rarely used in casual spoken Cantonese to describe simple daydreams. It carries a more poetic or abstract nuance, often appearing in written descriptions of art, scenery, or music that evokes a sense of longing or distant wonder. Using it in everyday conversation can sound overly dramatic or pretentious.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with common words for daydreaming like 發夢 or 諗嘢. Because it implies a sense of distance or romanticized longing, it is not appropriate for describing mundane thoughts or planning daily tasks.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
