juk1旭
Jyutpingjuk1
Yaleyūk
Definition
Used in personal names.
neutralpeople
How it's used
This character is almost exclusively reserved for personal names in Cantonese. It carries a sense of brightness or the rising sun, making it a popular choice for parents hoping for a positive future for their child. You will rarely encounter it in any context outside of formal names or nicknames.
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rising sun
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
