si1 fong2私訪私访
Jyutpingsi1 fong2
Yalesī fóng
Definition
To make a private visit, especially a low-profile inspection by an official.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a visit made in a personal capacity rather than an official or public one. It is often used to distinguish between someone's professional role and their private life. The term carries a slightly formal tone despite being used in daily conversation.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
