ngaam1 sam1 seoi2啱心水
Jyutpingngaam1 sam1 seoi2
Yalengāam sām séui
Definition
To suit one's liking or taste; to be appealing to someone.
colloquialdescriptionsshopping
How it's used
Heart water literally translates to the idea of something flowing smoothly into your heart, representing a perfect match for your personal preferences. It is frequently used when shopping for clothes, choosing gifts, or selecting candidates for a job. The phrase carries a sense of satisfaction and contentment upon finding exactly what you were looking for.
Examples
This shirt really suits my taste, let's buy it.
Related words
Common phrases
not to one's liking
to find something that suits one's taste
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 啱傾, which specifically refers to people who get along well in conversation. While 啱心水 can apply to people, it usually implies that the person meets your specific criteria or standards, rather than just having a good rapport.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
