tip3 bou2貼補贴补

Jyutpingtip3 bou2

Yaletip bóu

Definition

To subsidize or help out financially.

colloquialmoneyfamily

How it's used

Focuses on the act of providing financial assistance to bridge a gap or ease a burden, rather than a formal government grant. It implies a personal or informal contribution, often between family members or friends. Using this term suggests a sense of care and responsibility toward the recipient's financial situation.

Examples

keoi5佢mui5每go3個jyut6月dou1都wui6會tip3貼bou2補uk1屋kei2企gaa1家jung6用。

He helps out with the household expenses every month.

Common phrases

tip3貼bou2補gaa1家jung6用

to subsidize household expenses

tip3貼bou2補sang1生wut6活

to supplement living costs

Common mistake

Avoid using this for formal government subsidies, which are usually referred to as 津貼. Confusing the two can make you sound like you are personally paying for someone's welfare benefits.