sing4 gaa1 laap6 sat1成家立室
Jyutpingsing4 gaa1 laap6 sat1
Yalesìhng gā laahp sāt
Definition
To get married and start a family of one's own.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of social responsibility and maturity, often used by older generations to describe the ideal path for young adults. It implies not just the act of marriage, but the acquisition of a stable household and the assumption of adult duties. It is frequently used in parental advice or when discussing a person's transition into a stable, settled life phase.
Examples
He finally settled down and found a good place to call home.
Related words
Common phrases
finally settle down and start a family
the age to settle down and start a family
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a casual relationship or a quick marriage, as it specifically emphasizes the stability and long-term commitment of building a home. It is a formal idiom that sounds slightly heavy or serious in casual conversation.
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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.
