joeng5 gaa1養家养家
Jyutpingjoeng5 gaa1
Yaleyéuhng gā
Definition
To support or raise a family.
colloquialfamilywork
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the financial burden of providing for dependents, rather than the emotional act of raising children. It implies a sense of duty or responsibility, often used when someone is working hard or sacrificing personal time to keep the household afloat.
Examples
He works two jobs to support his family, it is very tiring.
Related words
Common phrases
to work hard to support a family
to support a family and keep everyone fed
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 湊仔, which refers specifically to the hands-on act of childcare and parenting. 養家 is strictly about the economic provision for the family unit.
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Grammar guides
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