ngaan5 haa6眼下
Jyutpingngaan5 haa6
Yalengáahn hah
Definition
At present; at the moment; right now.
writtentime
How it's used
Functions as a formal or literary way to refer to the immediate present. While it translates to now, it carries a sense of focusing on the specific circumstances directly in front of you, often used when discussing problems or situations that require immediate attention.
Examples
The most urgent thing right now is to finish the report.
What do you think about the current situation?
Related words
Common phrases
current situation
most urgent at the moment
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday conversation with friends as it sounds overly serious or written. Use 而家 instead for standard daily speech.
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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.
