jyu6 joek3預約预约
Jyutpingjyu6 joek3
Yaleyuh yeuk
Definition
An appointment or booking; a reservation made in advance.
neutraldaily actionstime
How it's used
Functions as both a noun and a verb in Cantonese, making it highly versatile for scheduling. It is standard in professional contexts like medical appointments or hair salons, but also common for casual social plans. When used as a verb, it is frequently paired with the aspect marker 咗 to indicate that the booking is already confirmed.
Examples
I have already booked to see the doctor tomorrow.
Do you need a reservation for the restaurant you're going to tonight?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 預留, which specifically means to reserve or set aside an item or a seat for someone. While 預約 implies a scheduled time or appointment, 預留 is more about holding a physical object or a specific spot.
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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.
