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Yalenàahm yáuh
Definition
Boyfriend.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a romantic partner, distinct from a male friend who is just a buddy. When referring to a platonic male friend, use 男仔朋友 to avoid any ambiguity regarding the relationship status.
Measure word
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She has a very handsome boyfriend.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use 男朋友 to describe a male friend, as it implies a romantic relationship. Use 男仔朋友 or 男性朋友 for platonic male friends.
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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.
