maa1 zyu6 soeng5孖住上
Jyutpingmaa1 zyu6 soeng5
Yalemā jyuh séuhng
Definition
To partner up or do something together in a pair.
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How it's used
Originating from the Cantonese word 孖, meaning twins or a pair, this expression implies a sense of camaraderie and mutual support. It is frequently used in contexts involving teamwork, sports, or tackling a difficult task where two people combine their efforts to succeed. The imagery evokes two people moving forward together as a single unit.
Examples
If we partner up, we will definitely get it done.
Are you two planning to partner up to enter the competition?
Related words
Common phrases
to go into battle together as a pair
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply working together, as the term specifically emphasizes a duo or a pair. It is not used for large groups or teams consisting of more than two people.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
