seon3 gin2信件
Jyutpingseon3 gin2
Yaleseun gín
Definition
A letter or mail.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
信件 is a formal term that is rarely used in everyday spoken Cantonese. Most people simply use 信 when referring to personal or business correspondence. Using the full form 信件 often sounds like you are reading from a government document or a formal notice.
Measure word
fung1封fūngExamples
This letter is written very clearly.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use 信件 in casual conversation where it sounds overly stiff. Stick to using 信 for almost all situations involving physical or electronic letters.
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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.
