waa6 seoi1 jyu4 ci2話雖如此话虽如此
Jyutpingwaa6 seoi1 jyu4 ci2
Yalewah sēui yùh chí
Definition
Even so; having said that; used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying point.
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How it's used
Functions as a formal connective used to introduce a contrasting point or a concession after a previous statement. While it appears in spoken Cantonese, it carries a slightly literary or sophisticated tone compared to more casual alternatives like 不過 or 雖然係咁。 It is best reserved for situations where you want to acknowledge a previous point before pivoting to a different perspective.
Examples
He is very stubborn, but having said that, I still want to have a chat with him.
This restaurant is very expensive, but even so, the food is really delicious.
Related words
Common phrases
having said that, but
Common mistake
Avoid using this in overly casual or rapid-fire conversation, as it can sound slightly stiff or dramatic. For everyday speech, stick to simpler connectors like 不過 or 雖然係咁.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
