kei4騏骐
Jyutpingkei4
Yalekèih
Definition
A character used in personal names.
neutralpeople
How it's used
This character is almost exclusively encountered as a component in given names, often chosen for its association with a fine horse or auspicious qualities. It is rarely used in isolation to convey meaning in daily speech. When you see it, it is almost certainly part of a person's name.
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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.
