taa1 sam1他心
Jyutpingtaa1 sam1
Yaletā sām
Definition
Other people's minds; the thoughts and feelings of others.
writtenpeopleother
How it's used
This term is rarely used in everyday spoken Cantonese and sounds quite literary or philosophical. It is often associated with Buddhist concepts regarding the ability to perceive the thoughts of others. In casual conversation, people would almost always use 心思 or 諗法 instead.
Examples
He is always trying to guess what others are thinking, it is so annoying.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common way to say 'someone else's thoughts', but using it in a casual setting will make you sound like you are quoting a classical text or a sutra.
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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.
