jau4 hei3遊憩游憩

Jyutpingjau4 hei3

Yaleyàuh hei

Definition

To stroll about and have a rest, or to relax and play.

writtendaily actionsplaces

How it's used

This term carries a slightly formal or literary tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. Most Hong Kongers would prefer using more natural expressions like 休息 or 去玩 when talking about leisure activities. It is more commonly encountered in written contexts, such as signage for public parks or government planning documents.

Examples

nei1呢dou6度waan4環ging2境hou2好syu1舒fuk6服，hou2好aam1啱jau4遊。

The environment here is very comfortable, perfect for relaxing.

nei5你dak1得haan4閒wui2會heoi3去bin1邊dou6度jau4遊aa1呀？

Where do you go to relax when you have free time?

Common phrases

jau4遊cit3設si1施

recreational facilities

jau4遊hung1空gaan1間

recreational space

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a common verb like 玩, but using it in a casual conversation with friends will sound stiff or overly academic. Stick to simpler alternatives unless you are writing a formal report or reading official notices.