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Jyutpingtai2 hoi1 di1
Yaletái hōi dī
Definition
To look upon a misfortune, conflict, or regret with a broader, more accepting perspective; to let it go.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
This phrase functions as a gentle, sometimes unsolicited, piece of advice to someone struggling with emotional baggage or a grudge. It carries a nuance of encouraging someone to adopt a more detached or philosophical perspective on their suffering. It is frequently used to console friends who are dwelling on past mistakes or unfair treatment.
Examples
Life is full of ups and downs, you should try to let it go.
So much has happened, haven't you learned to let it go yet?
Related words
Common phrases
to tell someone to let it go
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for literally watching something from a distance, but it is strictly used for emotional detachment. It is not appropriate to use this when someone is actually looking at an object or a view.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
