zi3 jau5摯友挚友

Jyutpingzi3 jau5

Yaleji yáuh

名詞Uncommon

Definition

An intimate, bosom, or very close friend.

neutralpeople

How it's used

Refers to a bond that goes beyond casual friendship, implying a deep, long-term emotional connection. While it appears in formal writing, it is also used in speech to emphasize the significance of a relationship. It carries a sense of loyalty and mutual understanding that is stronger than just being a regular friend.

Measure word

wai6位waih

Examples

keoi5佢hai6係ngo5我do1多nin4年ge3嘅zi3摯jau5友，daai6大gaa1家me1咩dou1都king1傾dak1得。

He is my close friend of many years; we can talk about anything.

nei5你dong1當keoi5佢hai6係zi3摯jau5友，daan6但keoi5佢mei6未bit1必gam1咁sam2諗wo5喎。

You consider him a bosom friend, but he might not think so.

Common phrases

do1多nin4年zi3摯jau5友

a close friend of many years

Common mistake

Avoid using this to describe casual acquaintances or people you have only known for a short time. It is reserved for people with whom you share a profound level of trust and history.