hou2 do1 si4好多時好多时
Jyutpinghou2 do1 si4
Yalehóu dō sìh
Definition
Often; frequently; quite often.
colloquialtimedaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the frequency of recurring habits or situations rather than a single event. It implies a significant portion of the time, making it slightly more specific than the general term 成日. While interchangeable with 成日 in many contexts, it carries a slightly more observational tone regarding patterns.
Examples
He often goes for drinks after work.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a single action that happened in the past, as it is strictly for habitual or recurring states. It cannot be used like the English 'many times' to count specific occurrences.
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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.
