hei2 hou3喜好
Jyutpinghei2 hou3
Yalehéi hou
Definition
An interest, hobby, or favorite activity.
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How it's used
While this word is understood in Cantonese, it sounds slightly formal or literary compared to the more common spoken term 興趣. You will often hear it in professional contexts or when discussing personal preferences in a more serious or analytical tone. Using it in casual conversation can make you sound a bit like you are reading from a book.
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What are your hobbies usually?
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Common phrases
personal preference
to cater to someone's interests
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 好鍾意, which is the standard way to express liking something. Using 喜好 as a verb is incorrect; it functions strictly as a noun representing a preference or a hobby.
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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.
