jyu4儒
Jyutpingjyu4
Yaleyùh
Definition
Scholar in ancient China, or relating to Confucianism.
- scholar in ancient China
- Confucianism; Confucian
neutralpeopleschool
How it's used
This character functions primarily as a bound morpheme in modern Cantonese rather than a standalone noun. It is almost exclusively encountered when discussing historical figures, philosophical schools, or academic traditions. Using it in everyday speech to describe a modern student or intellectual would sound intentionally archaic or humorous.
Examples
He acts like a scholar, speaking in a very refined and formal way.
Do you know where Confucian thought comes from?
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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.
