zeoi1 ceoi4追隨追随
Jyutpingzeoi1 ceoi4
Yalejēui chèuih
Definition
To follow or be loyal to someone, typically a leader or role model.
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How it's used
Carries a formal or slightly literary tone, often implying a sense of loyalty or ideological alignment rather than just physical movement. It is frequently used in contexts involving mentors, political leaders, or career paths where one person consciously chooses to emulate or support another. In casual daily life, people would more naturally use 跟住 or 跟隨.
Examples
He decided to follow this senior to learn more.
Do you really want to follow him to develop your career abroad?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple physical movement, such as following someone down the street, as that would sound overly dramatic or archaic. Use 跟住 instead for everyday situations.
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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.
