zi3 ze6致謝致谢
Jyutpingzi3 ze6
Yaleji jeh
Definition
To express one's thanks or appreciation.
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How it's used
This term is strictly formal and typically reserved for public speeches, official letters, or ceremonies. In everyday casual conversation, speakers almost exclusively use 多謝 or 唔該 instead. Using this in a casual setting with friends will sound overly stiff or even sarcastic.
Examples
He expressed his thanks on stage and thanked everyone for their help.
How do you plan to express your thanks to them?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this in place of the common verb 多謝. Remember that this is a formal action of expressing gratitude, not a simple way to say thank you to a friend.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
