jau4 jyu4猶如犹如
Jyutpingjau4 jyu4
Yaleyàuh yùh
Definition
Just like; as if; similar to.
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How it's used
This term carries a more formal or literary tone compared to the everyday 好似. It is frequently used in written compositions, speeches, or descriptive narratives to create a stronger sense of imagery. You will rarely hear it in casual, fast-paced street conversation.
Examples
He talks as fast as a machine gun.
The scenery here is just like a fairyland.
Related words
Common phrases
just like
Common mistake
Learners often overuse this in casual speech where 好似 would be much more natural. Using it in a very informal setting can make you sound like you are reading from a textbook or giving a formal presentation.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
