zi1 dou3知到

Jyutpingzi1 dou3

Yalejī dou

Uncommon

Definition

To understand, acknowledge, or be aware of.

colloquialcommunicationdaily actions

How it's used

Distinguish this from 知道, which focuses on the state of possessing information. 知到 specifically emphasizes the act of grasping or comprehending the meaning behind what has been communicated. It often carries a slightly more active or responsive tone, signaling that the listener has processed the message.

Examples

nei5你zi1知m4唔zi1知dou3到ngo5我gong2講me1咩aa3呀？

Do you understand what I am saying?

ngo5我zi1知dou3到laa3喇，m4唔sai2使zoi3再gong2講。

I understand now, no need to say it again.

Common phrases

zi1知m4唔zi1知dou3到

do you understand

ngo5我zi1知dou3到laa3喇

I understand now

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 知道. While 知道 is used for general knowledge, 知到 is used when you want to confirm that you have understood or received a specific instruction or explanation.