huk1 jap1哭泣
Jyutpinghuk1 jap1
Yalehūk yāp
Definition
To weep, sob, or cry with tears.
writtenemotiondaily actions
How it's used
While 哭泣 is understood in Cantonese, it is strictly a formal or literary term used in writing or news reports. In everyday spoken Cantonese, the word 喊 is used exclusively to express the act of crying. Using 哭泣 in casual conversation will sound unnatural and overly dramatic, as if you are reading from a script or a novel.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 哭泣 because it appears in dictionaries, but native speakers will almost always use 喊 instead. Avoid using 哭泣 when talking about yourself or friends crying in daily life.
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Grammar guides
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