sou1 jiu2 saai3騷擾晒骚扰晒
Jyutpingsou1 jiu2 saai3
Yalesōu yíu saai
Definition
An apology for interrupting, disturbing, or being a nuisance to someone.
colloquialcommunicationpeople
How it's used
Used primarily as a polite social lubricant when initiating a request or interrupting someone's workflow. The 晒 suffix acts as an intensifier, emphasizing that the speaker is aware their presence or request has occupied the other person's time or resources completely. It is a standard way to show humility and respect for the other person's boundaries.
Examples
Sorry for the trouble, I've kept you both for so long.
Related words
Common phrases
really sorry for the disturbance
sorry for bothering you
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of harassment, which is a much more serious accusation. In a social context, it is purely a polite formula for apologizing for minor inconveniences.
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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.
