Learn motion verbs in Cantonese! Master words for walk (行), run (走), jump (跳), climb (爬), and other movement vocabulary for active descriptions.
Motion verbs help you give directions, describe activities, tell stories, and discuss sports. Essential for navigating Hong Kong's hilly streets and describing physical activities.
Each verb includes native audio, Jyutping, and video examples from real situations.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
|
tik1
躍
|
leap | |
|
zam6
沉
|
sink | |
|
fau4
浮
|
float | |
| dive | ||
| swim | ||
| descend | ||
| ascend | ||
| scale | ||
|
paa4
爬
|
climb | |
| bounce | ||
|
hong6
行
|
walk | |
|
tiu4
跳
|
jump | |
| sprint | ||
|
paau4
跑
|
run | |
| wander | ||
| march | ||
| hop | ||
| jog | ||
| dash | ||
| stroll |
After mastering verbs of motion 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 verbs of motion-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 20 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used verbs of motion terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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