leoi6 ci5類似类似
Jyutpingleoi6 ci5
Yaleleuih chíh
Definition
Similar or analogous; sharing common characteristics but not exactly the same.
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How it's used
While 類似 is widely understood, it carries a slightly formal or written tone compared to the more common spoken term 差唔多. It is frequently used in news reports, formal descriptions, or when comparing abstract concepts rather than simple physical objects. Using it in casual conversation can sometimes make you sound like you are reading from a script or a newspaper.
Examples
The personalities of those two are very similar.
Do you have any similar experiences?
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Common mistake
Learners often use 類似 as a direct equivalent for 'like' or 'similar to' in every context, but it is not used to compare two people's physical appearance. For comparing looks, use 似 instead.
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