jyu4 lok6娛樂娱乐
Jyutpingjyu4 lok6
Yaleyùh lohk
Definition
To entertain; to make people happy or amused through activities.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on activities done for leisure or amusement, often implying a passive consumption of media or performances. While it functions as a verb, it is frequently used as a noun to refer to the broader industry of entertainment. It carries a slightly more formal or professional tone compared to casual terms like 玩.
Examples
How do you like to entertain yourself after work?
This show is purely for entertaining the public, don't take it too seriously.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct translation for having fun with friends, where 玩 is much more natural. Using 娛樂 in a casual social context can sound stiff or overly clinical, as if you are describing a professional service rather than a personal activity.
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Grammar guides
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