king1 gai2倾偈
Jyutpingking1 gai2
Yalekīng gái
Definition
To chat or have a conversation.
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to casual, friendly conversation rather than formal discussion or business meetings. It implies a relaxed atmosphere where people spend time together just for the sake of talking. It is the standard, everyday term for socializing through speech.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a great time chatting
to arrange to meet someone for a chat
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 傾談, which sounds much more formal and is often used in professional or serious contexts. Using 傾談 with friends can make you sound like you are giving a lecture or having a very stiff, unnatural conversation.
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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.
