zeoi6 gau6聚舊聚旧
Jyutpingzeoi6 gau6
Yalejeuih gauh
Definition
To get together and catch up; a gathering of old friends.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of reconnecting with people from one's past, such as former classmates or long-time friends. It carries a warm, nostalgic tone that implies a shared history rather than just a casual social meeting. It is frequently used when planning reunions or small get-togethers after a long period of separation.
Examples
We have an appointment to catch up with old classmates tonight.
How long has it been since you caught up with your old friends?
Related words
Common phrases
a dinner gathering for catching up
Common mistake
Avoid using this for professional networking or meeting new acquaintances, as the term inherently requires a pre-existing, long-standing relationship.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
