ngaam1 sai2啱使
Jyutpingngaam1 sai2
Yalengāam sái
Definition
Useful, suitable, or appropriate for use.
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How it's used
Focuses on the functional utility or practical fit of an object for a specific task. It implies that the item is exactly what is needed to get the job done, rather than just being generally good or high quality. It is frequently used when discussing tools, equipment, or materials.
Examples
This set of tools is very useful and makes fixing things convenient.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe people or abstract concepts, as it is strictly reserved for physical objects or tools that serve a purpose. For personal suitability or compatibility, use 啱傾 or 啱心水 instead.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
