Cantonese

The English word “silly” is translated into Cantonese as 傻. 傻 is used to describe someone showing a lack of good sense or wisdom.

The English word suitcase is translated into Cantonese as 篋 / 箧, 喼 or 手提箱. The most natural way to refer to a suitcase in everyday conversation is 喼.

The English word “government” is translated into Cantonese as 政府.

In Cantonese, mercy is translated as 慈悲.

The Cantonese word for donkey is 驢仔 (leoi4 zai2). The term refers to the domestic animal, often specifically denoting a smaller or younger donkey.

The Cantonese word for brother is 兄弟.

In Cantonese, the word for building is 大廈. 大廈 refers to a closed structure with walls and a roof.

The English word “ladder” is translated into Cantonese as 梯. 梯 refers to a climbing tool.

The English word “yesterday” is translated into Cantonese as 琴日.

The Cantonese phrase for “I love you, my husband” is 我愛你，老公. This phrase is an expression of love used when speaking to one’s husband.