wo1窩窝
Jyutpingwo1
Yalewō
Definition
A nest; a home or shelter for animals.
colloquialanimalshome
How it's used
Often used metaphorically to describe a cozy, private living space or a hideout. While it shares the meaning of a home or nest with 竇, 窩 carries a warmer, more comfortable connotation, whereas 竇 can sometimes imply a secret or illicit den.
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This place is simply my nest.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Cantonese verb 窩, which is used in phrases like 窩心 to describe something heartwarming or thoughtful.
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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.
