jau4 fau6遊埠游埠
Jyutpingjau4 fau6
Yaleyàuh fauh
Definition
To travel or go on a trip; to tour.
colloquialtravel
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of traveling abroad for leisure rather than business or relocation. It carries a casual, slightly carefree tone, often implying a vacation or a getaway. While it is widely understood, younger generations may also use the loanword 去旅行 or 去trip to convey the same idea.
Examples
Are you planning to go on a trip this year?
He is always thinking about traveling and doesn't do any work.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word in formal contexts or when discussing professional travel, as it strictly implies leisure and recreation. It is not suitable for describing business trips or official visits.
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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.
