CANTONESE PHRASE · GREETINGS
How to say “thank you” in Cantonese
Hear the phrase, follow its Jyutping pronunciation, and see when it belongs in a real conversation.
The Cantonese phrase
thank you
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Which Cantonese thank-you?
多謝 (do1 ze6) fits a gift, compliment, or meaningful favour. For routine service or a small practical favour, 唔該 (m4 goi1) is the useful other choice.
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How to pronounce it
Hear do1 ze6 as one two-syllable thank-you. Keep the two tone numbers with their own syllables when you read the Jyutping.
Play 多謝, then compare it with the separate recording for 唔該. Choose the phrase for the situation, not just for the English word “thanks.”
When to use it
Use for gifts, compliments, bigger favors, or more heartfelt thanks.
Try it when: Thanking someone for a gift, compliment, or substantial favor.
Rough literal gloss: many thanks.