ze6 ji3謝意谢意
Jyutpingze6 ji3
Yalejeh yi
Definition
Gratitude; thankfulness; feelings of appreciation.
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How it's used
Expresses a formal or sincere sense of appreciation that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. It is most commonly encountered in written correspondence, formal speeches, or when someone is being deliberately polite or solemn. In daily life, people prefer using the verb phrase 多謝 or 唔該 to show gratitude.
Examples
He gave me a gift to express his gratitude.
You have helped me so much, I really don't know how to express my thanks.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word in casual settings with friends or family, as it sounds overly stiff and distant. It is a noun, so it must be preceded by a possessive particle like 嘅 when describing whose gratitude it is.
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Grammar guides
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
- Possession (嘅)How to say my, your, and his, and how to link a describing word to a noun, all with the little word 嘅 (ge3).
