Cantonese

Courage in Cantonese is 勇氣. The term 勇氣 refers to the ability to do frightening things.

The Cantonese word for soft is 軟 / 软. The word 軟 / 软 describes something that easily gives way under pressure.

The Cantonese word for beautiful is 靚 / 靓. The most common way to express that something or someone is beautiful or pretty is to use 靚 / 靓.

The English phrase “ambassador” is translated into Cantonese as 大使. 大使 refers to a diplomat of the highest rank.

The English phrase ‘hate’ is translated into Cantonese as 憎. The verb 憎 is used to express intense dislike or hatred toward someone or something.

The English word “spring” is translated into Cantonese as 春天. 春天 refers to the season between winter and summer in temperate climates.

The Cantonese verb for “drink” is 飲 / 饮. The verb 飲 / 饮 is the general way to say consume liquid through the mouth.

The Cantonese word for ‘with’ is 同. In many contexts, it can also mean ‘and’.

The English word ‘waffle’ is translated into Cantonese as 窩夫. 窩夫 is used to refer to the flat pastry pressed with a grid pattern.

The Cantonese phrase for “what is it?” is 咩嚟㗎？ You use this phrase when you see an object and want to know its identity or name.