sat1 fo2失火
Jyutpingsat1 fo2
Yalesāt fó
Definition
To catch fire accidentally and burn out of control.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on accidental fires rather than intentional ones. It is commonly used in news reports or formal announcements to describe buildings or vehicles catching fire unexpectedly. In casual conversation, people might simply say 著火 to describe the state of something burning.
Examples
The kitchen is on fire, hurry up and bring some water!
It caught fire over there, the fire engines are on their way.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe lighting a fire on purpose, such as starting a campfire or lighting a stove, as those are intentional actions.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
