kiu4喬乔
Jyutpingkiu4
Yalekìuh
Definition
A Chinese surname, or a character used in names and transliterations.
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How it's used
Primarily functions as a surname in Cantonese, appearing most frequently in the transliteration of Western names like George. It is rarely used in everyday vocabulary outside of names and specific historical or literary contexts. When used in names, it maintains a formal and respectful tone.
Examples
Where did George go to have fun today?
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
