ji6 sau2二手
Jyutpingji6 sau2
Yaleyih sáu
Definition
Second-hand; used or previously owned.
colloquialshoppingother
How it's used
Used primarily to describe items that have had a previous owner, it carries no inherent negative connotation of being low quality. It is frequently applied to electronics, clothing, and books. When referring to someone who is not the original owner of a romantic partner, it can be used in a derogatory or slang sense to imply they are not 'fresh'.
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Avoid using it to describe people in a professional or formal context, as it will sound highly offensive. It is strictly for physical objects unless used as a harsh insult regarding relationships.
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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.
