tung4 tong4同堂
Jyutpingtung4 tong4
Yaletùhng tòhng
Definition
To have multiple generations of an extended family living or gathering together.
colloquialfamily
How it's used
Focuses on the cultural ideal of family harmony and continuity rather than just the physical act of living in one house. It is almost exclusively used in the context of multi-generational households, often carrying a positive connotation of prosperity and traditional family values.
Examples
Their family has four generations living together, it is so lively.
Does your family have several generations living together?
Related words
Common phrases
four generations under one roof
several generations under one roof
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe unrelated people living in the same building or flat, as it specifically implies a blood-related family structure.
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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.
