san1 gei2娠紀娠纪
Jyutpingsan1 gei2
Yalesān géi
Definition
Pregnant.
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How it's used
身紀 is a traditional and slightly more formal way to refer to pregnancy compared to the common term 有咗. It carries a sense of respect and is often used when discussing the state of pregnancy in a slightly more descriptive or polite manner. You will frequently hear it used with the verb 有 to indicate the state of being pregnant.
Related words
Common phrases
to be pregnant
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a standard noun that can be used in any context, but it is specifically used to describe the state of being pregnant. Avoid using it as a direct translation for the medical term pregnancy, as it is a colloquial expression.
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