ni1 go3呢個呢个
Jyutpingni1 go3
Yalenī go
Definition
This; indicating someone or something close to the speaker.
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How it's used
This combination is the standard way to point to something nearby, functioning as a demonstrative pronoun. It is almost always followed by a measure word or a noun, as it acts as a determiner for specific items. When used alone to mean 'this one', it is common to drop the noun but keep the measure word if the context is clear.
Examples
Do you like this one or that one?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 呢個 with 嗰個, which refers to something further away. Ensure you use 呢 for items within reach and 嗰 for items at a distance.
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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.
