ni1呢go3個
this (one)
ni1呢go3個hou2好hou2好sik6食
This one is very delicious
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Introductions
Introducing family members
Introductions tie the whole unit together, and this short lesson gives you the phrase to make them. You will learn how to say “this one” and then “this is,” the natural opener for presenting someone. Paired with the relative words from earlier, you can introduce a parent, sibling, or grandparent on the spot.
What you'll learn
- Point out something with 呢個 (ni1 go3), meaning “this one”
- Introduce a person with 呢個係 (ni1 go3 hai6), meaning “this is”
- Combine these with family words to present a relative
Let's learn how to introduce your family members! We'll use “呢個係” which means “This is...”.
ni1呢go3個hai6係
this is
ni1呢go3個hai6係ngo5我ge3嘅maa1媽maa1媽
This is my mother
keoi5佢hai6係ngo5我ge3嘅gaa1家ze1姐
She is my older sister
ngo5我dei6哋jat1一cai4齊sik6食faan6飯
We eat together
keoi5佢dei6哋hai6係ngo5我ge3嘅uk1屋kei2企jan4人
They are my family
Frequently asked questions
How do you introduce someone in Cantonese?
Start with 呢個係 (ni1 go3 hai6), meaning “this is,” then add the person, such as a relative from earlier lessons. It works whether you are introducing family or a friend.
What does 呢個 mean in Cantonese?
呢個 (ni1 go3) means “this one” and is used to point something or someone out. Adding 係 turns it into 呢個係 (ni1 go3 hai6), or “this is.”
Can I learn Cantonese introductions for free?
Yes, this introductions lesson is free to read online, with audio so you can copy the phrasing exactly. In the YumCha app, your first lesson is free to try and vocabulary practice stays free, while a subscription unlocks the full lesson path.