hon3 loi4看來看来
Jyutpinghon3 loi4
Yalehon lòih
Definition
Seemingly, apparently, or it looks like.
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How it's used
Use 睇嚟 to express a deduction based on observable evidence or a gut feeling. It functions as an adverbial opener for a sentence, often followed by a clause that describes the situation being assessed. It is highly flexible and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it is distinctly Cantonese compared to the Mandarin equivalent.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 睇嚟 as a direct translation of 'to look at' or 'to watch', but it is strictly for expressing an opinion or inference. Use 睇 or 望 if you want to describe the physical act of looking at something.
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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.
