hyut3 can1血親血亲
Jyutpinghyut3 can1
Yalehyut chān
Definition
A blood relation; a relative who shares a common ancestor.
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How it's used
血親 is a formal term used primarily in legal, medical, or genealogical contexts to specify biological kinship. In everyday casual conversation, people rarely use this word, preferring instead to simply say 屋企人 or 親戚 when referring to family members. It carries a slightly clinical or detached tone compared to the warmth usually associated with family terms.
Examples
They are blood relatives, and their personalities are quite similar.
You are blood relatives with him, why don't you help him?
Related words
Common phrases
blood relationship
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word to describe any family member, but it specifically excludes in-laws or adopted family members. Using it to describe a spouse or a step-parent is factually incorrect in both a legal and biological sense.
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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.
