Cantonese Word of the Day
慳
HAAAN1 • verb — 24th of Jul, 2026
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Meaning: to save; to be thrifty; to conserve money, time, or resources
Examples
- 我想慳啲錢去旅行。
(I want to save some money for a trip.) - 慳啲電，記得熄燈。
(Save electricity; remember to turn off the lights.) - 佢成日慳時間，所以做嘢好快。
(He always saves time, so he works very quickly.)
Synonyms
- 節省
- 省
- 節約
Antonyms
- 浪費
- 揮霍
This word is very common in Cantonese when talking about saving money, energy, time, or effort. It is often used in everyday speech, especially in practical advice or when comparing cheaper, more efficient choices.
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