zi6 gei2 zou6自己做
Jyutpingzi6 gei2 zou6
Yalejih géi jouh
Definition
To do it yourself; DIY.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the autonomy of the actor rather than the act of creation itself. It often carries a tone of encouragement or a suggestion to stop relying on others. When used as a noun phrase for DIY projects, it is frequently shortened to DIY in casual speech.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to mean 'self-made' as an adjective for objects, as that usually requires a different structure like 自己整嘅.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
