jau5 di1 geng1有啲驚有啲惊
Jyutpingjau5 di1 geng1
Yaleyáuh dī gēng
Definition
A little bit scared, worried, or apprehensive.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
This phrase combines the existential verb 有 with the quantifier 啲 to soften the adjective 驚. It is the standard way to express mild apprehension or nervousness without sounding overly dramatic or formal. It is frequently used to express social anxiety or hesitation before trying something new.
Examples
I feel a little bit scared walking alone at night.
You have a public exam tomorrow, is it normal to be a little bit worried?
Related words
Common phrases
a bit timid or nervous
Common mistake
Learners often mistake 驚 for only meaning scared of ghosts or danger, but it is equally common for expressing worry or anxiety about future events, similar to the English feeling nervous.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
