sin6 doi6善待
Jyutpingsin6 doi6
Yalesihn doih
Definition
To treat someone well; to be kind to.
neutralpeopleanimals
How it's used
Carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to everyday expressions like 對人好 or 錫人. It is frequently used in contexts involving ethics, animal welfare, or professional management, implying a sense of moral responsibility rather than just casual friendliness.
Examples
We should treat the animals around us with kindness.
Why can't you treat your family members well?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in overly casual settings, as it can sound a bit stiff or like a slogan. For simple social interactions, stick to the more natural 对人好.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
