sam1 sau6深受
Jyutpingsam1 sau6
Yalesām sauh
Definition
To receive to a great degree; to be deeply affected or influenced by.
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How it's used
This is a formal verb phrase typically used in written Cantonese or when speaking about public opinion, reputation, or emotional impact. It almost always precedes a positive attribute like welcome, love, or influence. You will rarely hear it used in casual, everyday conversation about mundane activities.
Examples
Their work is deeply popular among young people.
This teacher is deeply respected and loved by students.
Related words
Common phrases
deeply popular
deeply loved and respected
deeply influenced
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this for negative experiences, but it is almost exclusively reserved for positive reception or influence. Using it to describe being deeply affected by a negative event sounds unnatural and confusing to native speakers.
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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.
