aak1 jiu3扼要
Jyutpingaak1 jiu3
Yaleāak yiu
Definition
Brief, succinct, and to the point.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
Focuses on the quality of being both brief and essential, often used to praise someone for getting straight to the point without unnecessary fluff. It is frequently paired with adverbs like 好 or 幾 to describe the style of speech or writing. While formal in origin, it is commonly used in professional or academic settings in Hong Kong to request or commend clarity.
Examples
Can you be more concise when you speak?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects or short durations of time, as it specifically refers to the content or delivery of information. It is not a synonym for short or quick in a literal sense.
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Grammar guides
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