ho2 hei2可喜
Jyutpingho2 hei2
Yalehó héi
Definition
Gratifying, heartening, or pleasing.
writtendescriptionsemotion
How it's used
Often found in formal contexts or news reports, this term describes situations that bring a sense of relief or genuine pleasure. While it functions as an adjective, it is frequently paired with 賀 to form the four character idiom 可喜可賀, which is used to express congratulations for a positive development.
Examples
These results are truly gratifying.
Such great progress is truly something to celebrate!
Related words
Common phrases
gratifying and worthy of celebration
makes one feel heartened
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday conversation to describe personal happiness, as it sounds overly literary or journalistic. Use開心 instead for general feelings of joy.
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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.
