jyu4 sou3餘數余数
Jyutpingjyu4 sou3
Yaleyùh sou
Definition
Remainder; the remaining amount, or the remaining value after division.
- remaining amount; balance; surplus
- technicalremainder (after division)
neutralnumbersmoney
How it's used
Primarily used in formal or mathematical contexts, this term is rarely heard in casual daily conversation. When people talk about things left over in everyday life, they almost always use 剩低 or 剩返 instead. It is most commonly encountered in financial reports, accounting, or school mathematics.
Examples
After deducting the costs, the remaining amount will be donated to charity.
What is the remainder of this division problem?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe leftover food or personal items, as it sounds overly technical and stiff. Use 剩低 for physical objects or food.
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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.
