ne1 ho2呢可
Jyutpingne1 ho2
Yalenē hó
Definition
Right?; is that so?; isn't that right?
colloquialparticlecommunication
How it's used
Functions as a tag question at the end of a sentence to seek confirmation or agreement from the listener. It carries a slightly more inquisitive or persuasive tone compared to the standard 係咪. It is frequently used when the speaker is fairly confident about the fact but wants to prompt the other person to acknowledge it.
Examples
You are going to Tsim Sha Tsui tomorrow, right?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct translation of the English tag question right in every context. It is specifically for seeking confirmation of a fact, not for checking if someone understands your instructions, where 知道未 or 明唔明 is more appropriate.
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Grammar guides
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