Learn First Person in Cantonese 第一人稱

Learn first-person pronouns in Cantonese! Master I (我), we (我哋), and understand subtle variations for different social contexts.

Pronoun usage in Cantonese reflects social relationships and formality levels. Understanding these nuances helps you communicate appropriately in various situations.

Includes native audio, Jyutping, usage notes, and examples from different social contexts.

2 Words Audio Pronunciation Video Examples Available
Cantonese English Pronounce
ngo5
我
I, me
ngo5
我
dei6
哋
We, us

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 1 new words each day in your Cantonese conversations
  4. Create Sentences: Don't just memorize - create your own sentences using these first person words

Related Cantonese Learning Topics

After mastering first person 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

First Person 第一人稱 Second Person 第二人稱 Third Person 第三人稱 Self-Reference and Reflexive 自指和反身 Possessive Pronouns 所有格代名詞
Quick Facts
  • 📚 2 words in this category
  • 🎯 Difficulty: Beginner-Friendly
  • ⏱️ Estimated learning time: 10 minutes
  • 🎬 2 words with video examples

Why Learn First Person in Cantonese?

Understanding first person-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 2 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used first person 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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