hap6闔阖
Jyutpinghap6
Yalehahp
Definition
Entire, whole, or all; without exception.
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How it's used
Primarily appears in formal or set phrases like 闔家 or 闔府. It carries a sense of completeness that feels more respectful or literary than the everyday 全部. You will rarely hear it used as a standalone adjective in casual speech.
Examples
Wishing the whole family peace and good health.
His entire family has gone on a trip.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this as a direct replacement for 全部 in everyday sentences, as it sounds overly formal or archaic. It is almost exclusively restricted to compound words.
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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.
