oi3 sik1愛惜爱惜
Jyutpingoi3 sik1
Yaleoi sīk
Definition
To cherish, treasure, or take good care of someone or something to protect it from harm.
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How it's used
Focuses on the act of protecting or valuing something fragile, whether it is a person, an object, or an abstract concept like time. It implies a sense of tenderness and careful handling that goes beyond simple liking. While it can apply to people, it is frequently used for physical items that one wants to keep in good condition for a long time.
Examples
You need to take good care of your own body.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe romantic love between partners, as it sounds more like a parental or protective sentiment. For romantic affection, use 鍾意 or 愛 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.
