juk1 can3喐親喐亲
Jyutpingjuk1 can3
Yaleyūk chan
Definition
To move slightly, or to get hurt while moving.
- to move even a little bit; to budge
- to get hurt or injured while moving or being active
colloquialdaily actionsbody
How it's used
This expression functions as a resultative construction where the verb 喐 is followed by the particle 親 to indicate that the action of moving has been triggered or initiated. It is frequently used in negative contexts or warnings to emphasize that even the slightest movement is prohibited or will result in a specific consequence. It carries a slightly more vivid and colloquial tone than simply saying 郁.
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Common phrases
as soon as one moves
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 喐親 with the verb 郁, which is a neutral way to say move. Using 喐親 implies a specific trigger or a resulting state of having moved, whereas 郁 is a general action verb.
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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.
