zaan3 heoi2讚許赞许
Jyutpingzaan3 heoi2
Yalejaan héui
Definition
To praise or commend.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal tone that implies approval or commendation, often from a superior or an authority figure. It is significantly more literary than the everyday spoken term 讚, which is the standard choice for casual compliments. Use it in professional or academic contexts where a sense of official recognition is intended.
Examples
The teacher praised him for doing an excellent job.
Do you think he will praise this plan?
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Common mistake
Learners often use this in casual conversation where it sounds overly stiff or pretentious. Stick to 讚 or 讚賞 for daily social interactions.
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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.
