taa1 mun4他們他们
Jyutpingtaa1 mun4
Yaletā mùhn
Definition
They or them; third-person plural pronoun.
colloquialpeople
How it's used
Cantonese speakers exclusively use 佢哋 to refer to 'they' or 'them'. Using 他們 in spoken conversation sounds unnatural and overly formal, as if reading directly from a textbook or a written document.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 他們 in daily speech, as it is a Mandarin-influenced term that does not belong in natural Cantonese. Stick to 佢哋 to ensure you sound like a local.
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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.
