jam2 go1飲歌饮歌
Jyutpingjam2 go1
Yaleyám gō
Definition
One's signature song; a favorite song that one is best at singing.
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How it's used
Originally referring to a song performed at a banquet to show off, this term has evolved into a personal signature song. It implies a sense of confidence, as it is the track you choose when you want to impress or feel most comfortable singing. It is almost exclusively used in the context of karaoke culture.
Measure word
sau2首sáuExamples
This is my go-to song, have you heard it before?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a song that is simply popular or a chart-topper. It must be a song that the speaker personally excels at or identifies with strongly.
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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.
