CANTONESE PHRASE · GREETINGS
How to say “good morning” in Cantonese
Hear the phrase, follow its Jyutping pronunciation, and see when it belongs in a real conversation.
The Cantonese phrase
早晨zou2 san4
good morning
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How to pronounce it
Read the Jyutping as zou2 san4. Its number after each syllable marks a Cantonese tone. Play the saved recording to hear the whole phrase, then say it back at your own pace.
When to use it
Common morning greeting in Hong Kong, especially at work, school, and shops.
Try it when: Greeting a colleague, shopkeeper, or classmate in the morning.
Rough literal gloss: early morning.