jan4 sam1 juk6 zou6人心肉做
Jyutpingjan4 sam1 juk6 zou6
Yaleyàhn sām yuhk jouh
Definition
People are by nature compassionate; even the coldest person has feelings and is not completely heartless.
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
This expression is used to appeal to someone's empathy or to defend someone who is being judged as overly cold. It serves as a reminder that even the toughest individuals possess human emotions and vulnerability. It is frequently invoked when someone is being treated unfairly or when a person's harsh exterior is perceived as a mask.
Examples
He seems very fierce, but actually he has a heart.
Don't be so heartless, people have feelings after all.
Related words
Common phrases
people have hearts after all
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal description of anatomy, but it is strictly used in a metaphorical sense regarding emotional capacity. Do not use it to describe physical health or medical conditions.
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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.
