m4 goi1 saai3唔該晒唔该晒
Jyutpingm4 goi1 saai3
Yalem̀h gōi saai
Definition
Thank you so much; an expression of gratitude for a service or favor with strong emphasis.
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How it's used
This expression carries a stronger sense of gratitude than a simple 唔該. It is the standard way to show sincere appreciation when someone has gone out of their way to assist you. While 唔該 is often used for minor requests or as a polite excuse, adding 晒 emphasizes the completeness of the favor received.
Examples
Thank you so much for helping me carry these things back.
I really appreciate your help this time.
Related words
Common phrases
really thank you so much
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 多謝, which is specifically for receiving gifts or formal expressions of thanks. Using 唔該晒 when someone gives you a birthday present can sound slightly off, as it is more focused on the service or effort provided by the other person.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
