sam1 hau5深厚
Jyutpingsam1 hau5
Yalesām háuh
Definition
Deep, solid, and profound; having a firm and stable foundation.
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How it's used
Focuses primarily on abstract connections like friendships, cultural ties, or historical foundations rather than physical depth. It implies a long-standing or well-cultivated quality that has withstood the test of time. While it can describe knowledge or experience, it is most frequently used to emphasize the strength and stability of interpersonal bonds.
Examples
The bond between the two of them is very deep.
How deep is your friendship with him?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical depth, such as a deep hole or a deep pool, where the word 深 is sufficient on its own. Using it for physical objects sounds unnatural and overly formal.
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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.
