Learn Thanks and Apologies in Cantonese 感謝同道歉

Learn how to express gratitude and apologize in Cantonese! Master essential phrases like thank you (唔該/多謝), sorry (對唔住), and excuse me (唔好意思).

Knowing how and when to thank someone or apologize properly is crucial in Cantonese culture. These phrases help you navigate social situations politely, from restaurants to business meetings to family gatherings.

Includes native audio pronunciation, Jyutping, cultural context notes, and video examples showing authentic usage in various situations.

5 Words Audio Pronunciation
Cantonese English Pronounce
Thank you (for a service).
Thank you (for a gift).
You're welcome.
I'm sorry.
Excuse me.

How to Use This Vocabulary List

  1. Listen First: Click the button to hear native Cantonese pronunciation
  2. See It in Context: Click the icon (when available) to watch video clips showing how native speakers use this word in real conversations
  3. Practice Daily: Try to use 2 new words each day in your Cantonese conversations
  4. Create Sentences: Don't just memorize - create your own sentences using these thanks and apologies words

Related Cantonese Learning Topics

After mastering thanks and apologies 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.

Related Categories

Affirmation and Negation 肯定與否定 Agreement and Disagreement 同意與反對 Possibility and Necessity 可能性與必要性 Daily Communication 日常交流 Greetings 問候 Thanks and Apologies 感謝同道歉 Directions and Requests 指示同請求 Expressions 表達
Quick Facts
  • 📚 5 words in this category
  • 🎯 Difficulty: Beginner-Friendly
  • ⏱️ Estimated learning time: 10 minutes

Why Learn Thanks and Apologies in Cantonese?

Understanding thanks and apologies-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 5 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used thanks and apologies terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:

  • Jyutping romanization - showing you exactly how to pronounce each word
  • Audio pronunciation - recorded by native Cantonese speakers
  • Video examples - see and hear the words used in authentic contexts (where available)

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