sin6 ji3善意
Jyutpingsin6 ji3
Yalesihn yi
Definition
Goodwill or good intentions.
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How it's used
While often used in formal or legal contexts to describe intentions, in daily speech it is frequently paired with the measure word 番 to emphasize the sincerity or weight of the gesture. It carries a sense of genuine care that distinguishes it from mere politeness or social obligation.
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faan1番fānExamples
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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.
