syut3 hoi1說開说开
Jyutpingsyut3 hoi1
Yalesyut hōi
Definition
Speaking of; talking about; while on the subject of.
colloquialcommunication
How it's used
Use this phrase to transition into a topic that has just been triggered by the current conversation. It functions as a bridge to introduce related information that suddenly comes to mind. It is almost exclusively used at the start of a sentence to signal a shift in focus.
Related words
Common phrases
speaking of which
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the Mandarin term 說到, but in Cantonese, 講開 is the natural choice for this conversational pivot. Do not use it to mean 'to explain' or 'to talk openly'.
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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.
