hei1 siu3嬉笑
Jyutpinghei1 siu3
Yalehēi siu
Definition
To laugh happily; to giggle and play.
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
This term carries a slightly playful or mischievous nuance compared to general laughter. It often implies a lighthearted, carefree atmosphere where people are joking around or teasing each other. It is frequently used to describe a scene of collective joy or noisy, cheerful interaction.
Examples
They are laughing and playing in the park.
Don't laugh and mess around in the library.
Related words
Common phrases
sound of laughter
laughing and scolding (often used to describe a sharp, witty style)
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general laughter like 笑, but this specifically implies a social, often slightly noisy or playful context rather than just a simple reaction to a joke.
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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.
