sing2 hei2醒起
Jyutpingsing2 hei2
Yalesíng héi
Definition
To suddenly remember, recall, or have something come to mind.
colloquialdaily actionscommunication
How it's used
Focuses on the sudden moment of realization when a forgotten piece of information pops into your head. It is frequently used when you have a lightbulb moment after having completely blanked on something earlier. Unlike the more formal remember, this implies a spontaneous mental trigger rather than a deliberate act of recall.
Examples
I just remembered that I have to hand in homework tomorrow.
Related words
Common phrases
suddenly remember
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 醒, which means to wake up from sleep. While both involve the word 醒, 醒起 specifically refers to memory retrieval, whereas 醒 refers to the physical act of waking up.
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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.
