jau5 sam1有心
Jyutpingjau5 sam1
Yaleyáuh sām
Definition
Kind-hearted, thoughtful, or mindful.
- kind-hearted, thoughtful, and caring
- mindful of something; paying attention to or caring about something
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Expresses appreciation for someone's thoughtfulness or effort, often used when responding to a favor or a gift. It implies that the person did not just perform an action, but genuinely cared about the recipient while doing so. It can also describe someone who is attentive and diligent toward a task, showing that they have put their heart into it.
Examples
You went out of your way to buy me this gift, you are so thoughtful.
Thank you for being so kind to remember my birthday.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of having a heart organ. It is strictly used to describe a person's character or their attitude toward a specific gesture or task.
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Grammar guides
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