jat1 wui4一回

Jyutpingjat1 wui4

Yaleyāt wùih

Uncommon

Definition

One time, one occurrence, or one round of an event.

colloquialtimedaily actions

How it's used

Functions primarily as a measure word for events or actions that have a distinct beginning and end, similar to a session or a turn. It often implies a sense of duration or a complete cycle of activity rather than just a single instance. While interchangeable with 次 in many contexts, 一回 often carries a slightly more narrative or descriptive feel.

Examples

ngo5我tung4同keoi5佢king1傾zo2咗jat1一wui4回gai2偈。

I had a chat with him.

nei5你sai2使m4唔sai2使zoi3再wun6玩jat1一wui4回aa4呀？

Do you need to play another round?

Common phrases

king1傾jat1一wui4回

have a chat

wun6玩jat1一wui4回

play a round

Common mistake

Learners often confuse it with 一次, but 一回 is more commonly used for activities that involve a process or a back and forth interaction, whereas 一次 is more neutral and can be used for any singular occurrence.