zi3致

Jyutpingzi3

Yaleji

語素Common

Definition

To express, convey, or deliver.

to express; to convey; to show
to deliver; to send

writtencommunication

How it's used

This character functions primarily as a formal morpheme in compound words rather than as a standalone verb in spoken Cantonese. It carries a sense of formal delivery or expression, often appearing in professional or ceremonial contexts. You will rarely hear it used in casual conversation to mean send, as people prefer words like 寄 or 送 instead.

Examples

keoi5佢gam1今jat6日jiu3要ceot1出zik6席wut6活dung6動zi3致ci4辭。

He needs to attend the event today to give a speech.

le1呢fung1封seon3信hai6係zi3致cyun4全tai2體jyun4員gung1工ge3嘅。

This letter is addressed to all staff members.

Related words

Common phrases

zi3致ci4辭

to give a speech

zi3致ze6謝

to express thanks

zi3致ging3敬

to pay tribute

Common mistake

Learners often mistakenly use this in everyday situations where it sounds overly stiff or archaic. It is strictly for formal written communication or specific set phrases like 致謝 or 致敬, not for sending physical objects or messages to friends.