jat1 di1 di1一啲啲
Jyutpingjat1 di1 di1
Yaleyāt dī dī
Definition
Varying case by case, not representing everyone or everything; it depends.
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How it's used
Use this phrase as a noncommittal response when you want to express that a situation is subjective or varies by individual. It functions as a way to avoid giving a definitive yes or no answer. It is frequently paired with a follow up explanation to clarify exactly what the variation depends on.
Examples
Ask if I like traveling? It depends.
Some people think it's good, while others find it boring.
Related words
Common phrases
it depends (common conversational ending)
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean a small amount of something, as that would be 一啲. This phrase specifically refers to variation or partiality rather than quantity.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
