ji4 po4姨婆
Jyutpingji4 po4
Yaleyìh pòh
Definition
Grand-aunt; the maternal or paternal aunt of one's parents.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sister of one's grandmother. It is a term of respect used within the extended family structure. Unlike English where aunt or great-aunt can be vague, this term clearly identifies the maternal side of the family tree.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 姨媽, which refers to one's mother's older sister. Remember that 姨婆 is one generation older than 姨媽.
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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.
