si1 fo2私伙
Jyutpingsi1 fo2
Yalesī fó
Definition
One's own private belongings or personal property.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Often used to distinguish personal items from company or public property, especially in a workplace setting. It carries a sense of exclusivity, implying that the item is not meant to be shared or used by others. It is frequently used as an adjective to describe objects that belong to an individual rather than a group.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the Mandarin term 私人, which is more formal and general. Using 私伙 for abstract concepts like private life is incorrect, as it is strictly used for tangible personal belongings.
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