In Cantonese, mmgoi (唔該) is a common phrase that means “thank you,” especially when asking for a favour or requesting something. It’s a polite expression used in everyday conversations.
It can also be used to mean “excuse me” or “please” in certain contexts, depending on the situation. For example:
- Thank you (when receiving a favour or service): 唔該 (mmgoi)
- Excuse me (when trying to get someone’s attention): 唔該 (mmgoi)
For expressing gratitude when someone gives you a gift or does something nice for you, the Cantonese phrase “多謝” (do1 ze6) is used.
So, to summarise:
- 唔該 (mmgoi): Used for “thank you” in situations where you are asking for something or acknowledging a service.
- 多謝 (do1 ze6): Used for “thank you” when receiving gifts or acts of kindness.
