zung1 ji3钟意
Jyutpingzung1 ji3
Yalejūng yi
Definition
To like, love, or enjoy something or someone.
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
This is the standard, everyday way to express preference in Cantonese, replacing the Mandarin 喜歡. It is highly versatile and can be used for people, objects, activities, or food. When expressing a strong preference, it is common to add 好 before it to emphasize the feeling.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 喜歡 in spoken Cantonese, which sounds unnatural or overly formal. Always stick to 鍾意 for daily conversation.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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