hin3 ceot1獻出献出
Jyutpinghin3 ceot1
Yalehin chēut
Definition
To sincerely offer, give, or donate.
neutralpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Carries a sense of solemnity or high moral purpose, often used in contexts involving sacrifice, charity, or deep devotion. It implies a voluntary, selfless act rather than a simple exchange or transaction. You will frequently encounter it in formal appeals for donations or when describing someone dedicating their life to a cause.
Examples
He is very kind and has offered a lot of his time to do volunteer work.
Are you willing to offer everything for your ideals?
Related words
Common phrases
to offer one's love and kindness
to sacrifice one's life
Common mistake
Avoid using this for everyday giving or passing items to people, as it sounds overly dramatic or literary in casual settings. Use 畀 or 交出 instead for routine actions.
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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.
