bat1 sik1不惜
Jyutpingbat1 sik1
Yalebāt sīk
Definition
To not hesitate to; to be willing to pay any cost or make any sacrifice to achieve a goal.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of determination or sacrifice, often implying that the subject is going to extremes to reach a goal. It is frequently paired with phrases like 一切代價 or 一切手段 to emphasize the magnitude of the effort or cost involved. While it is a formal term, it is commonly used in news reports and serious discussions to describe someone's unwavering commitment.
Examples
In order to win, he really does not hesitate to use any means.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this in casual, everyday situations where a simple word like 肯 or 願意 would be more natural. It is too heavy for trivial choices, such as deciding what to eat for lunch.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
