san1 lou4辛勞辛劳

Jyutpingsan1 lou4

Yalesān lòuh

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Definition

Hard work or laborious effort.

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How it's used

While 辛苦 is a versatile adjective used to describe feeling tired or a difficult situation, 辛勞 is more formal and typically functions as a noun referring to the act of labor itself. It carries a sense of respect and appreciation, often used when acknowledging someone's long term dedication or effort. You will frequently hear it in speeches or formal expressions of gratitude rather than casual conversation.

Examples

do1多ze6謝nei5你gam3咁noi6耐ji5以lai4嚟ge3嘅san1辛lou4勞。

Thank you for all your hard work over this time.

Common phrases

gam2感ze6謝san1辛lou4勞

thank you for your hard work

san1辛lou4勞fu6付ceot1出

hard work and dedication

Common mistake

Learners often confuse 辛勞 with 辛苦. Remember that 辛苦 is an adjective describing a state of being tired or a difficult task, whereas 辛勞 is a noun that describes the effort or labor itself.