Master degree adverbs in Cantonese! Learn intensifiers and qualifiers like very (好), too (太), extremely (超), and quite (幾) to express intensity and extent.
Degree adverbs are vital for expressing opinions, making comparisons, and adding emphasis in Cantonese. Whether you're describing how delicious food is or how difficult an exam was, these words make your speech more expressive and natural.
Includes native pronunciation, Jyutping romanization, and video clips showing authentic usage in daily conversations.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
|
hou3
好
|
very | |
|
gei2
幾
|
quite, rather | |
|
taai3
太
|
too, excessively | |
|
gau3
夠
|
enough | |
| a bit | ||
|
do1
多
|
a lot | |
|
dou1
都
|
too, as well | |
| not too |
After mastering degree vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding degree-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.
These 8 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used degree terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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