hou2 siu2 siu2好少少
Jyutpinghou2 siu2 siu2
Yalehóu síu síu
Definition
A little bit better; slightly better.
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How it's used
This phrase is the standard way to express a slight improvement or a preference for one option over another. It is extremely versatile and can be applied to physical health, quality of items, or even abstract situations like mood. It functions as a comparative adjective phrase and is often used to soften a critique or express a mild preference.
Examples
This shirt is a little better, why don't you try it on.
Are you feeling a little better today?
Related words
Common phrases
a slightly better choice
to feel a little better
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 少少好 which sounds unnatural or incorrect to native speakers. Always place the adjective before the quantifier phrase to maintain the correct Cantonese word order.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
