ngok6 zoeng6岳丈
Jyutpingngok6 zoeng6
Yalengohk jeuhng
Definition
A man's father-in-law; his wife's father.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a wife's father, carrying a formal and slightly traditional tone compared to the more common spoken term 老爺. It is rarely used in casual conversation between peers, appearing more often in formal introductions or written contexts. Using this term implies a level of respect or distance that might feel stiff in a relaxed family setting.
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go3個goExamples
His father-in-law really likes drinking tea.
Related words
Common phrases
respected father-in-law
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 老爺, which is the standard term for a husband's father. Using 岳丈 to address a husband's father is incorrect and will cause confusion.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
