ji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3二人世界
Jyutpingji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3
Yaleyih yành sai gai
Definition
World with only two people (usually refers to a romantic couple)
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This term specifically highlights the exclusivity of the time spent together, implying a temporary escape from children, family, or social obligations. It is almost exclusively used by couples, whether married or dating, to describe a deliberate effort to be alone. Using it suggests a sense of intimacy and privacy that is highly valued in the busy urban lifestyle of Hong Kong.
Examples
keoi5 dei6 gam1 maan5 soeng2 gwo3 ji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3
佢哋今晚想過二人世界。
They want to have some romantic time together tonight.
naan4 dak1 jau5 ji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3 heoi3 bin1 dou6 hou2 aa3
難得有二人世界，去邊度好呀？
Since we finally have some time just for the two of us, where should we go?
Related words
Common phrases
hoeng2 sau6 ji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3
享受二人世界
enjoy romantic time together
gwo3 ji6 jan4 sai3 gaai3
過二人世界
spend romantic time together
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- 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.
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