Master essential Cantonese greetings! Learn how to say hello (ๅๅ), good morning (ๆฉๆจ), goodbye (ๆๆ), and other crucial greeting phrases for daily interactions.
Greetings are the foundation of polite communication in Cantonese culture. Whether you're meeting business associates in Central, greeting neighbors in Mong Kok, or video calling family, proper greetings show respect and build relationships.
Each phrase includes native speaker audio, Jyutping romanization, cultural usage tips, and video examples from real Hong Kong conversations.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
| Hello. | ||
| Good morning. | ||
| See you later. | ||
| See you tomorrow! | ||
| Bye! | ||
| Hello? (answering the phone) |
After mastering greetings 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 greetings-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 6 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used greetings terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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