seot6述
Jyutpingseot6
Yaleseuht
Definition
To state, narrate, or explain.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively found in formal, written, or academic compounds rather than spoken Cantonese. It carries a sense of official or structured reporting, such as in professional or historical contexts. You will rarely hear it used as a standalone verb in casual conversation.
Examples
He narrated the whole thing at the meeting.
Can you briefly state the main points?
Related words
Common phrases
to report on one's work
to state or declare
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb like 講, but it is a bound morpheme that requires a prefix or suffix to form a complete word. Using it alone in a sentence will sound unnatural or archaic to native speakers.
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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.
