jyu6 kei4預期预期
Jyutpingjyu6 kei4
Yaleyuh kèih
Definition
An expectation or anticipation of future events.
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How it's used
Often used in professional or formal settings to discuss project timelines or financial outcomes. While it functions as a noun, it frequently acts as a verb in spoken Cantonese when combined with auxiliary verbs like 會 or 應該. It conveys a sense of calculated estimation rather than just emotional hope.
Examples
The result is much worse than I expected.
When do you expect to get it finished?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it for personal desires or wishes, as 期望 or 想 is more appropriate for those contexts. It is strictly for logical projections or anticipated events.
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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.
