lau4 bou6留步
Jyutpinglau4 bou6
Yalelàuh bouh
Definition
To stay; to halt or remain for a moment instead of leaving.
neutraldaily actionspeople
How it's used
Primarily used as a polite, formal expression to ask someone not to walk further, especially when they are seeing you off. It carries a sense of respect and is common in social or business etiquette to prevent the host from going out of their way. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation between close friends.
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Common phrases
please stay
Common mistake
Do not use this to mean staying in a location for a long time, such as staying at a hotel or staying home, as it specifically refers to the act of stopping one's movement forward.
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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.
