ji4 zoeng6姨丈
Jyutpingji4 zoeng6
Yaleyìh jeuhng
Definition
Uncle; the husband of one's mother's sister.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
This term specifically refers to the husband of one's maternal aunt. It is part of a complex system of kinship terms in Cantonese that distinguishes between paternal and maternal sides of the family. Using the correct title is essential for showing proper respect within the family hierarchy.
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go3個goExamples
Uncle will come over to our house for dinner next week.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 叔叔 or 伯伯 for all uncles, but these are reserved for paternal relatives or general polite address for older men. Using 姨丈 for a stranger would be confusing and socially awkward.
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