si1 gei2 cin2私己錢私己钱
Jyutpingsi1 gei2 cin2
Yalesī géi chín
Definition
Secret savings; private pocket money kept hidden from family members.
colloquialmoneyfamily
How it's used
Refers specifically to money kept hidden from a spouse or family members, often for personal use or as a safety net. While it can imply a lack of transparency in a relationship, it is frequently used in a lighthearted way when talking about personal savings. It carries a sense of autonomy and independence from shared household finances.
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bat1筆bātExamples
Why are you hiding so much secret pocket money?
He saves a bit of secret pocket money every month.
Related words
Common phrases
to hide secret pocket money
to save secret pocket money
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general savings or bank deposits. It specifically implies that the money is kept secret from someone who would normally expect to know about your finances.
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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.
