jau4尢
Jyutpingjau4
Yaleyàuh
Definition
Variant of 尤, meaning especially or particularly.
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How it's used
Used almost exclusively in the form 尢其 to emphasize a specific point or person within a larger group. While 尤 is the standard character in formal writing, 尢 is a common variant often seen in handwritten notes or older signage. It functions identically to 尤其 in Mandarin but is pronounced with the distinct Cantonese tone for the character.
Examples
He especially likes eating at this restaurant.
The weather is turning cold, especially at night.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 尤物, which refers to a stunningly beautiful person, as 尢 is rarely used on its own outside of the specific 尢其 construction.
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Grammar guides
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