baa2 gwaan1把關把关
Jyutpingbaa2 gwaan1
Yalebá gwāan
Definition
To defend a pass or border, guard a gate, or keep strict check on standards.
- to defend a border or pass; to prevent enemies from crossing
- to keep goal; to act as a goalkeeper
- to strictly inspect or check against standards; to vet or monitor
neutralworkdaily actions
How it's used
Originally referring to guarding a mountain pass or border, this term has evolved into a common metaphor for quality control or gatekeeping. It implies a sense of responsibility and authority, suggesting that the person acting as the gatekeeper is the final barrier against errors or poor standards. It is frequently used in professional settings to describe someone who reviews work before it is finalized.
Examples
He is in charge of quality control for this project, so there definitely won't be any mistakes.
Related words
Common phrases
to strictly gatekeep or control quality
to be responsible for gatekeeping
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
