hit3歇
Jyutpinghit3
Yalehit
Definition
To stop; to rest or take a break.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Often used in the reduplicated form 歇吓 or with the particle 一 to soften the tone, making it sound more like a casual suggestion rather than a command. It specifically implies taking a short pause from physical exertion or a continuous task. While it can mean to stop, it carries a stronger connotation of recharging energy compared to the more neutral 停.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 休息, which is a broader term for resting or taking a day off. 歇 is more focused on the immediate, temporary pause during an ongoing activity.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
