jau5 hau2 ci2有口齒有口齿
Jyutpingjau5 hau2 ci2
Yaleyáuh háu chí
Definition
Trustworthy; keeping one's word and promises.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the reliability of someone's verbal commitments rather than their general character. It implies a sense of integrity where the person values their reputation for honesty. It is often used to praise someone who follows through on a promise even when it becomes inconvenient to do so.
Examples
He is a man of his word; he will definitely do it once he promises.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being talkative or having a good way with words. It specifically refers to the act of keeping promises, not the ability to speak well.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
