teng1 gong2聽講听讲
Jyutpingteng1 gong2
Yaletēng góng
Definition
To hear say; to hear from others.
colloquialcommunication
How it's used
Functions as an evidential marker to indicate that the speaker is relaying information obtained from a third party rather than personal experience. It often implies a degree of hearsay or uncertainty, making it useful for gossip or sharing unverified reports. Unlike the more formal 據說, this is the standard way to introduce rumors or news in casual conversation.
Examples
I heard the food at this restaurant is excellent.
Have you heard about this piece of news yet?
Related words
Common phrases
it is said that
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe things you have physically heard with your own ears, such as music or a lecture. For those situations, use 聽到 instead.
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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.
