Cantonese Word of the Day
貴
GWAI • adjective — 23rd of May, 2026
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Meaning: expensive; costly
Examples
- 呢件衫好貴。
(This piece of clothing is very expensive.) - 呢間餐廳嘅菜好貴。
(The dishes at this restaurant are expensive.) - 嗰部手機太貴，我負擔唔到。
(That phone is too expensive; I can't afford it.)
Synonyms
- 昂貴
- 貴重
Use 貴 to describe high price or cost. It's common in shops, menus, and everyday comments about price. More formal or written alternatives include 昂貴; 貴重 emphasizes value or preciousness rather than just price.
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