seon3 mat6信物
Jyutpingseon3 mat6
Yaleseun maht
Definition
Keepsake or token.
neutralpeopleemotion
How it's used
Refers specifically to an object that serves as a physical representation of a promise, a romantic commitment, or a shared memory between two people. It carries a sense of sentimental weight that goes beyond a simple gift or souvenir. People often use it in the context of long term relationships or significant life milestones.
Measure word
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This necklace is a keepsake he gave me.
Do you still have that token kept?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 紀念品, which is a generic souvenir or memento from a trip or event. A 信物 implies a deeper, more personal connection between two specific individuals.
Grammar color guide
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Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
