si4 soeng4時常时常
Jyutpingsi4 soeng4
Yalesìh sèuhng
Definition
Often; frequently; always.
colloquialtime
How it's used
While synonymous with 成日, this term carries a slightly more formal or literary tone. It is perfectly acceptable in speech, but speakers often prefer 成日 for casual, everyday situations. Using this word can make your sentence sound a bit more descriptive or serious than the more punchy, colloquial alternative.
Examples
He is always late, it is really troublesome.
Do you often go to that restaurant to eat?
Related words
Common phrases
always / very often
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe habitual actions that are annoying or negative if you want to sound natural, as 成日 is the default choice for complaining about someone's repetitive behavior.
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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.
