ziu3 ngo5 so2 zi1照我所知
Jyutpingziu3 ngo5 so2 zi1
Yalejiu ngóh só jī
Definition
As far as I know; to the best of my knowledge; from what I can tell.
colloquialcommunication
How it's used
This phrase serves as a soft hedge when sharing information, allowing the speaker to avoid sounding overly authoritative or dogmatic. It is frequently used to introduce a correction or a piece of news that might be subject to change. While it is a standard expression, it carries a slightly formal or serious tone compared to more casual alternatives like 聽講.
Examples
As far as I know, they probably haven't arrived home yet.
From what I can tell, this shop is closed tomorrow.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this phrase to mean "according to me," but it specifically refers to the extent of one's current knowledge rather than a personal opinion or preference.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
