jyu6寓
Jyutpingjyu6
Yaleyuh
Definition
Place of residence; dwelling.
writtenhomeplaces
How it's used
This character is almost exclusively found in formal or written compounds like 寓所 or 公寓. It is rarely used as a standalone verb or noun in everyday spoken Cantonese, where people prefer terms like 屋企 or 住處. Using it in casual conversation can sound overly literary or pretentious.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb, but it functions primarily as a root for formal nouns. Avoid using it in casual speech to mean home, as it will sound unnatural to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
