wai3喂

Jyutpingwai3

Yalewai

助詞Very common

Definition

An sentence-final particle used to indicate a suggestion, encouragement, or persuasion.

colloquialparticle

How it's used

Placed at the end of a sentence, this particle functions as a soft imperative or a way to nudge the listener into action. It carries a friendly, informal tone that makes a suggestion sound more persuasive or urgent. Unlike the interjection 喂 used to grab attention at the start of a call, this usage is strictly for modulating the mood of a request.

Examples

faai3快di1啲zau2走laa1啦wai3喂，ci4遲dou3到laa3喇。

Come on, let's go, we're going to be late.

si5試haa5下ni1呢go3個daan6蛋gou1糕laa1啦wai3喂，hou2好hou2好sik6食㗎。

You really should try this cake, it's delicious.

Related words

Common phrases

faai3快di1啲laa1啦wai3喂

Hurry up, come on

si5試haa5下laa1啦wai3喂

Give it a try, come on

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with the interjection 喂 used to call someone's name or answer the phone, as the latter is often perceived as rude or aggressive if used in the wrong context. Using this particle at the end of a sentence is generally safe among friends, but avoid it in formal or professional settings.