tai4 seng2提醒
Jyutpingtai4 seng2
Yaletàih séng
Definition
To remind; to prompt someone to remember something or to fulfill an obligation.
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How it's used
Used when someone needs a nudge to remember a specific task or detail. It implies a helpful, supportive intention rather than a forceful command. It is common to pair this with 咋 or 添 to soften the tone when expressing gratitude for a timely reminder.
Examples
Thanks for reminding me that I have a meeting tomorrow.
Did he remind you to bring the document back?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 提點, which carries a nuance of giving advice or guidance on how to do something better, whereas 提醒 is strictly about memory and preventing oversight.
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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.
