jyu5 sang1 keoi1 loi4與生俱來与生俱来
Jyutpingjyu5 sang1 keoi1 loi4
Yaleyúh sāng kēui lòih
Definition
Innate; inborn; possessed since birth.
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How it's used
This expression is a formal idiom that carries a sense of permanence and natural origin. While it is perfectly acceptable in spoken Cantonese, it is often used when discussing personality traits, talents, or instincts that seem to define a person from birth. It is more sophisticated than simply saying someone is born with something.
Examples
His sense of humor is innate.
Have you ever thought about whether this talent is inborn?
Related words
Common phrases
innate talent
innate instinct
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Grammar guides
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