sau2 mong6 soeng1 zo6守望相助
Jyutpingsau2 mong6 soeng1 zo6
Yalesáu mohng sēung joh
Definition
To help and protect one another, especially among neighbours.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of community spirit and mutual responsibility, often used when discussing neighbourhood safety or social cohesion. It implies a sense of vigilance where people keep an eye on each other's homes and well-being. While it is a four-character idiom, it is frequently used in spoken Cantonese to describe a healthy, close-knit social environment.
Examples
We all live in the same building, so we should look out for each other.
This community is very warm, everyone helps each other out.
Related words
Common phrases
community mutual aid
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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.
