Learn Cantonese Vocabulary by Category

Welcome to our comprehensive Cantonese vocabulary learning platform! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to expand your existing knowledge, our categorized approach makes learning Cantonese vocabulary intuitive and effective.

Our carefully curated categories cover essential topics from daily conversations, food and dining, family relationships, to business and travel. Each category contains commonly used Cantonese words and phrases with English translations, helping English speakers build a practical vocabulary foundation for real-world communication.

📚 39 Categories Available - Explore 165 subcategories covering essential Cantonese vocabulary for everyday life.

Why Learn Cantonese Vocabulary by Category?

🎯 Contextual Learning

Learning words in thematic groups helps your brain create stronger connections and recall vocabulary more easily when you need it.

🗣️ Practical Communication

Focus on vocabulary relevant to specific situations like ordering food, shopping, or talking about family—essential for real conversations.

📈 Track Your Progress

Master one category at a time and see your progress as you build comprehensive knowledge in each topic area.

🎓 Suitable for All Levels

From basic greetings to advanced vocabulary, our categories support learners at every stage of their Cantonese journey.

Explore Vocabulary Categories

Adjectives 形容詞
6 subcategories
Adverbs 副詞
4 subcategories
Animals 動物
9 subcategories
Chinese Zodiac 中國生肖
3 subcategories
Clothing 衣著
3 subcategories
Common Phrases 常用語句
8 subcategories
Countries and Cities 國家同城市
6 subcategories
Culinary Ingredients and Desserts 烹飪食材及甜點
3 subcategories
Drink 飲品
3 subcategories
Education 教育
5 subcategories
Food and Drink 食物同飲品
7 subcategories
Food - Fruit 水果
5 subcategories
Grammer 語法
1 subcategories
Health and Illness 健康同病症
7 subcategories
Holidays and Celebrations 節日同慶祝
3 subcategories
Home Essentials
5 subcategories
Human Traits 人類特質
3 subcategories
Information and Knowledge 資訊同知識
3 subcategories
Interjections and Sentence Particles 感嘆詞同句子粒子
2 subcategories
Occupations 職業
6 subcategories
Love, Dating and Relationships 愛情、約會同人際關係
4 subcategories
Meat, Seafood, Nuts, and Protein 肉類、海鮮、堅果及蛋白質
3 subcategories
Money and Business 金融同商業
2 subcategories
Cantonese Morphemes 粤語詞素
3 subcategories
Movies 戲劇
4 subcategories
Music 音樂
5 subcategories
Nature and Weather 自然同天氣
3 subcategories
Numbers 數目
5 subcategories
Personal pronouns 人稱代詞
5 subcategories
Plants 植物
4 subcategories
Questions 問題
3 subcategories
Religion, Spirituality, and Beliefs 宗教、靈性同信仰
3 subcategories
Restaurant 餐廳
5 subcategories
Staple Foods 主食
3 subcategories
Time 時間
8 subcategories
Transportation 交通運輸
2 subcategories
Food - Vegetables 蔬菜
4 subcategories
Common Words 常用詞
4 subcategories
Weather 天氣
3 subcategories

How to Use Our Vocabulary Categories

  1. Browse Categories: Start by exploring the categories that interest you or are most relevant to your learning goals.
  2. Learn by Theme: Click on any category to see related vocabulary words with Cantonese characters, Jyutping romanization, and English translations.
  3. Listen to Pronunciation: Practice correct pronunciation with audio examples for authentic Cantonese tones.
  4. Practice Regularly: Return to categories frequently to reinforce your learning and move vocabulary into long-term memory.
  5. Apply What You Learn: Try using new words in real conversations or with language exchange partners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Our vocabulary categories are designed for learners at all levels. Beginners can start with basic categories like greetings, numbers, and family, while advanced learners can explore more specialized topics. Each word includes English translations and pronunciation guides.

The number of words varies by category and subcategory. We focus on including the most essential and commonly used vocabulary for each topic, typically ranging from 10 to 50 words per category. This ensures manageable learning without overwhelming you.

Absolutely! Each word includes Jyutping romanization to help you understand pronunciation, and many entries feature audio recordings so you can hear authentic Cantonese pronunciation and practice the correct tones.

While both languages share the same Chinese characters, Cantonese and Mandarin have different pronunciations, tones, and often use different words for the same concept. Our vocabulary specifically focuses on Cantonese as spoken in Hong Kong and Guangdong, using traditional Chinese characters and Jyutping romanization.

Consistency is key! We recommend spending 10-15 minutes daily reviewing vocabulary. Focus on mastering one or two categories at a time before moving on. Regular exposure and practice will help you retain words and use them naturally in conversations.

🚀 Start Learning Today!

Choose a category above to begin expanding your Cantonese vocabulary. Whether you're preparing for travel, connecting with family, or pursuing fluency, you'll find the words and phrases you need to communicate confidently in Cantonese.