zoi3 wui6再會再会
Jyutpingzoi3 wui6
Yalejoi wuih
Definition
Goodbye; farewell.
writtencommunication
How it's used
Carries a formal and slightly literary tone that is rarely used in casual, face to face interactions between friends. It is most commonly heard in broadcast media, public announcements, or formal speeches to signal the conclusion of an event. Using it in a casual setting can sound overly dramatic or stiff.
Examples
Dear listeners, today's program ends here, goodbye.
Since everyone is in a rush, let's say goodbye then.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in daily conversation with peers, as it sounds like you are reading from a script or trying to sound like a news anchor. For everyday goodbyes, stick to 拜拜 or 下次見.
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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.
