Ask for Directions in Cantonese
Lost in Hong Kong? 邊度 (bin1 dou6, where) is the question word that gets you anywhere. Combine it with left, right, in front, and behind, and you can both ask for and understand directions. Audio and Jyutping for every word below.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you ask where something is in Cantonese?
Use 邊度 (bin1 dou6, where), as in 廁所喺邊度 (ci3 so2 hai2 bin1 dou6), where is the toilet?
How do you say left and right in Cantonese?
Left is 左 (zo2) and right is 右 (jau6). Add 邊 (bin1) for side: 左邊 (zo2 bin1), 右邊 (jau6 bin1).
How do you say in front and behind in Cantonese?
前面 (cin4 min6) is in front and 後面 (hau6 min6) is behind.
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