hau2 seot6口述
Jyutpinghau2 seot6
Yaleháu seuht
Definition
To state, dictate, or narrate orally.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
口述 is a formal term often used in academic or legal contexts, such as gathering historical records or documenting testimony. It implies a structured or deliberate act of recounting information rather than casual conversation. In everyday speech, people are much more likely to use 講出嚟 or 講畀人聽 instead.
Examples
Can you orally describe the process once?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a casual way to say 'to speak'. Using it in a relaxed setting, like telling a friend about your day, sounds overly stiff or academic.
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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.
