ji1 hei1依稀

Jyutpingji1 hei1

Yaleyī hēi

副詞Common

Definition

Vaguely, dimly, or indistinctly.

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How it's used

This word carries a literary or slightly formal tone compared to everyday spoken Cantonese. It is most commonly paired with verbs of perception like 記得 or 見到 to describe memories or sights that are fading or lack clarity. You will rarely hear it in casual, fast-paced conversation, where people prefer more direct descriptions like 模糊.

Examples

ngo5我ji1依hei1稀gei3記dak1得keoi5佢zyu6住hai2喺nei1呢dou6度。

I vaguely remember that he lives here.

jyun5遠cyu3處ge3嘅dang1燈gwong1光ji1依hei1稀ho2可gin3見。

The lights in the distance are dimly visible.

Common phrases

ji1依hei1稀gei3記dak1得

vaguely remember

ji1依hei1稀ho2可gin3見

dimly visible

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a common spoken adverb, but it is actually quite formal. Using it in a very casual setting can sound slightly pretentious or like you are reading from a book.