tung4 nin4同年
Jyutpingtung4 nin4
Yaletùhng nìhn
Definition
Born in the same year; being of the same age.
colloquialpeopletime
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the birth year rather than just general age. It is frequently used to establish a sense of peer connection or to explain why two people might share similar cultural references or life stages.
Examples
We are the same age, so we get along really well.
Are you and him born in the same year?
Related words
Common phrases
born in the same year
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 同歲, which is not a standard Cantonese expression; always use 同年 to describe being the same age.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
