zyun1 cing1尊稱尊称

Jyutpingzyun1 cing1

Yalejyūn chīng

Definition

To address sb deferentially; honorific

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How it's used

Applying honorifics is deeply embedded in social hierarchy and interpersonal etiquette. While the term describes formal titles, it also encompasses the act of using specific pronouns or suffixes to elevate the status of the person being addressed. It is rarely used in casual peer-to-peer interactions unless one is being sarcastic or overly formal.

Measure word

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Examples

nei5 deoi3 zoeng2 bui3 gong2 je5 jiu3 jung6 zyun1 cing1 aa4

你對長輩講嘢要用尊稱呀。

You should use honorifics when speaking to your elders.

keoi5 dei6 zyun1 cing1 nei4 wai6 gaau3 sau6 zou6 daai6 si1

佢哋尊稱呢位教授做大師。

They respectfully address this professor as a master.

Common phrases

zyun1 cing1 deoi3 fong1

尊稱對方

to address someone with an honorific

si2 jung6 zyun1 cing1

使用尊稱

to use an honorific

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with general polite language. Remember that this specifically refers to titles or honorific labels, not just being polite or using soft tones.