zyu1 jyu4 ci2 leoi6諸如此類诸如此类
Jyutpingzyu1 jyu4 ci2 leoi6
Yalejyū yùh chí leuih
Definition
And things like that; and so on and suchlike.
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How it's used
This expression is primarily used in written or formal speech to summarize a list of items. While it functions as a catch-all, it sounds quite bookish and stiff in casual daily conversation. Most native speakers prefer using 呢啲嘢 or 之類嘅嘢 when speaking informally to achieve the same effect.
Examples
He bought a lot of snacks, soft drinks, candy, and things like that.
nei5你hai6係mai6咪soeng2想gong2講gwaan1關jyu1於gung1工zok3作、gaa1家ting4庭、gam2感cing4情zyu1諸jyu4如ci2此leoi6類ge3嘅waa2話tai4題？
Are you trying to talk about topics like work, family, relationships, and so on?
Related words
Common phrases
things of this nature
Common mistake
Learners often overuse this in casual settings where it sounds unnatural. It is better to reserve this for formal presentations or written reports rather than chatting with friends.
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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.
