king1傾
Jyutpingking1
Yalekīng
Definition
To talk, chat, discuss, or negotiate with someone.
- to talk; to chat; to converse
- to discuss; to negotiate
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Often used with the suffix 計 to form 傾計, which is the most common way to refer to casual chatting. While it can mean serious discussion, adding the aspect marker 下 softens the tone to imply a relaxed or informal conversation. It is rarely used on its own in formal writing, where 討論 is preferred.
Examples
Where should we go to talk later?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to mean 'to tell' or 'to inform' someone of something. If you want to say 'tell me', use 同我講 instead of 同我傾.
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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.
