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How to say “I am very tired” in Cantonese
Hear the phrase, follow its Jyutping pronunciation, and see when it belongs in a real conversation.
The Cantonese phrase
我好攰ngo5 hou2 gui6
I am very tired
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How to pronounce it
Read the Jyutping as ngo5 hou2 gui6. 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
gui6 is the everyday Cantonese word for physically or mentally tired.
Try it when: Telling a friend how you feel after a long day.
Rough literal gloss: I very tired.