wui4 fuk1回覆
Jyutpingwui4 fuk1
Yalewùih fūk
Definition
To reply, especially in response to a letter, email, or message.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
Focuses specifically on written or digital correspondence like emails, messages, or formal letters. While it functions as a verb, it is frequently used as a noun in phrases involving the act of waiting for a response. It carries a slightly more formal tone than the everyday spoken term 覆.
Examples
When will you finally reply to my message?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use 回覆 in casual face to face conversation, but it sounds unnatural there. Use 答或者回應 instead when speaking directly to someone.
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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.
