wun6 ceoi2換取换取
Jyutpingwun6 ceoi2
Yalewuhn chéui
Definition
To exchange one thing for another; to obtain something in trade.
neutraldaily actionsmoney
How it's used
Focuses on the transactional aspect of obtaining something through effort or sacrifice rather than a simple swap. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to the everyday word 換, making it more common in promotional campaigns or abstract discussions about gaining abstract concepts like trust or respect.
Examples
You can exchange for a gift once you have enough points.
What do you plan to use to gain his trust?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, one-to-one physical swaps like trading a pen for a pencil, where 換 or 交換 is much more natural. It implies a formal process or a specific condition that must be met to receive the reward.
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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.
