leon4 lei5鄰里邻里
Jyutpingleon4 lei5
Yalelèuhn léih
Definition
Neighbours; the people living near one's home.
neutralpeoplehome
How it's used
Refers more to the collective concept of a neighbourhood or the social dynamic between people living nearby rather than a single individual. Use 鄰居 when referring to a specific person living next door. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to the everyday term 街坊.
Examples
He has a very bad relationship with his neighbours.
The neighbours here are very warm and kind to each other.
Related words
Common phrases
neighbourhood relationship
among neighbours
Common mistake
Avoid using it to address a single person, as it describes the social group or the state of living near others. For an individual, always use 鄰居.
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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.
