zeoi1 jik1追憶追忆
Jyutpingzeoi1 jik1
Yalejēui yīk
Definition
To recall, look back on, or reminisce about the past.
writtenemotiontime
How it's used
This term carries a literary and sentimental tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. It is most commonly encountered in written contexts, song lyrics, or formal reflections on the past. For standard daily conversation, native speakers prefer using 回憶 or 諗返起.
Examples
He often sits there recalling the days of the past.
Are you still reminiscing about those old times?
Related words
Common phrases
to reminisce about the past
to look back on an old romance
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual settings as it sounds overly poetic or dramatic. It implies a deep, emotional longing rather than just a simple act of remembering.
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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.
