jyu4歟欤
Jyutpingjyu4
Yaleyùh
Definition
Classical final particle expressing doubt, questioning, or exclamation.
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How it's used
Appears almost exclusively in formal writing or classical Chinese texts to indicate a question or exclamation. It functions similarly to 嗎 or 呢 in modern spoken Cantonese but carries a distinctively archaic and scholarly tone. You will rarely hear this in daily conversation unless someone is intentionally mimicking a classical style or quoting literature.
Examples
How can this be reasonable?
Related words
Common phrases
How can this be reasonable?
Common mistake
Do not use this in casual speech, as it will sound extremely unnatural or pretentious. Stick to spoken particles like 㗎, 咩, or 呢 to convey questions or doubt in everyday life.
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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.
