m4 gin3 zo2唔見咗唔见咗
Jyutpingm4 gin3 zo2
Yalem̀h gin jó
Definition
To have lost something, or for something to be gone or missing.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the state of an object being lost or misplaced rather than the act of losing it. It is commonly used when you suddenly realize something is no longer where it should be. It functions as a predicate adjective or verb phrase and is almost always used in the past tense with 咗.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 輸咗, which specifically refers to losing a game or a bet. Use 唔見咗 for physical objects that have gone missing.
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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.
