kiu5 zyu6繑住
Jyutpingkiu5 zyu6
Yalekíuh jyuh
Definition
To walk arm in arm; to link arms.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Primarily describes physical entanglement, such as wires or hair, but it is most commonly used to describe people linking arms as a sign of intimacy or companionship. When used for people, it implies a close, affectionate connection. It is distinct from just holding hands, as it involves hooking one arm through another.
Examples
The two of them are walking down the street arm in arm.
The wire is all tangled up, it is really hard to untie.
Related words
Common phrases
to link arms
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe abstract concepts like complicated situations, where words like 複雜 or 糾纏 are more appropriate. It is strictly for physical objects or physical body positioning.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
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Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
