mui6 mui6妹妹
Jyutpingmui6 mui6
Yalemuih muih
Definition
Younger sister.
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How it's used
While 妹妹 is the standard term, it is common to use the more affectionate 妹 or 細妹 in casual conversation. When addressing a younger sister directly, people often use her name or a nickname rather than the term itself. It is also frequently used as a friendly, informal way to address a young girl or a younger female stranger in a service setting.
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go3個goExamples
My younger sister really loves eating ice cream.
Did your younger sister go to school today?
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Common mistake
Avoid using 妹妹 to address a female who is older than you, as it can sound condescending or rude. If you are unsure of someone's age, it is safer to use a neutral term or their name.
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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.
