zou1 gam1租金
Jyutpingzou1 gam1
Yalejōu gām
Definition
Rent; money paid to a landlord or owner for the temporary use of something.
neutralmoneyhome
How it's used
While 租金 is the standard term for rent, in casual conversation people often just use 租 to refer to the payment itself. Using the full term 租金 sounds slightly more formal or administrative, such as when discussing a contract or a budget. It is commonly used for both residential property and commercial equipment hire.
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bat1筆bātExamples
The rent here is very expensive, we are moving out.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 租金 with 租, which can be both a noun and a verb. Remember that 租金 specifically refers to the monetary amount, whereas 租 can refer to the act of renting or the lease agreement itself.
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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.
