hou2 zeng3好正
Jyutpinghou2 zeng3
Yalehóu jeng
Definition
Excellent, outstanding, or awesome.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of enthusiasm and is frequently used to express high approval for food, fashion, or experiences. It functions as an intensifier that feels more natural and informal than standard adjectives like 好好. It is highly versatile and can describe almost anything that impresses the speaker.
Examples
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Common phrases
a really great experience
really very good
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it is strictly colloquial. It is also not typically used to describe people in a romantic sense, as it focuses more on quality or style rather than physical attractiveness.
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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.
