si3 hou3嗜好
Jyutpingsi3 hou3
Yalesi hou
Definition
A hobby; a special liking or interest in a particular activity.
neutraldaily actionsother
How it's used
Refers specifically to a pursuit or activity that someone engages in with genuine, sustained interest. While it can describe harmless pastimes, it is frequently used to discuss habits that might be considered vices or personal quirks. It carries a slightly more formal or serious weight than the casual term 興趣.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
Photography is one of my hobbies.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple, fleeting interests or momentary preferences. It implies a deeper level of commitment or a recurring activity, so it sounds unnatural when applied to something you only tried once.
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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.
