jau6 jiu3又要
Jyutpingjau6 jiu3
Yaleyauh yiu
Definition
Also wanting or needing to do something.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Expresses the simultaneous desire or requirement for two or more things, often implying that the combination is excessive or contradictory. It is frequently used to complain about someone being greedy or having unrealistic expectations. The structure often repeats to emphasize the burden of managing multiple tasks or demands.
Examples
He wants to buy clothes and shoes, it is so annoying.
You have to work and take care of the kids, how do you have time to rest?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean 'also' in the sense of 'in addition' like the English word 'also'. It specifically requires a parallel structure where both actions or items are being pursued at the same time.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
