jung6 lei4用嚟
Jyutpingjung6 lei4
Yaleyuhng lèih
Definition
Used for; introduces the purpose or function of an object.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This construction is the standard way to express purpose or function in spoken Cantonese. It effectively combines the verb 用 with the preposition 嚟 to create a functional phrase that precedes the intended action. It is much more natural in casual speech than using formal structures like 用於.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 為了 which is a Mandarin structure. Avoid using 為了 in Cantonese, as 用嚟 is the correct and idiomatic choice for expressing purpose.
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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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