tung1 seon3通信
Jyutpingtung1 seon3
Yaletūng seun
Definition
To communicate by mail; to correspond with letters.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
This term is specifically reserved for the act of exchanging physical letters or formal written correspondence. It carries a slightly nostalgic or formal tone because modern digital messaging is almost always referred to as 傾偈 or 聯絡.
Examples
The two of them used to write letters to each other all the time.
Do you still exchange letters with him?
Related words
Common phrases
keep in touch by letter
Common mistake
Avoid using this for general communication like texting or talking on the phone, as it sounds like you are sending paper mail through the post office.
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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.
