lok6 ji3樂意乐意
Jyutpinglok6 ji3
Yalelohk yi
Definition
Willing or happy to do something out of one's own free will.
neutraldaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Expresses a genuine, positive readiness to perform an action rather than just a passive acceptance. It carries a slightly more formal or polite tone compared to just saying you want to do something. It is frequently used in service settings or when responding to a request to show enthusiasm.
Examples
I am very happy to help you handle this matter.
Are you willing to go eat with me yet?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it in very casual, intimate settings where it might sound overly polite or stiff. In everyday speech with close friends, people often prefer using 肯 or 想 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
