bat1 zyut6 jyu1 ji5不絕於耳不绝于耳
Jyutpingbat1 zyut6 jyu1 ji5
Yalebāt jyuht yū yíh
Definition
To hear a sound continuously without interruption.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom that carries a literary weight, often used to describe sounds that are persistent or overwhelming. While it is perfectly understandable in spoken Cantonese, it is more commonly encountered in written contexts, news reports, or formal speeches rather than casual daily conversation. Using it in a very informal setting might make you sound like you are quoting a book or trying to be overly dramatic.
Examples
The noise from outside was truly non-stop at that time.
Can you hear that the applause is non-stop?
Common phrases
applause is heard continuously
sounds of discussion are heard continuously
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe physical objects or visual things, but it is strictly reserved for auditory experiences. It cannot be used to describe non-stop traffic or people walking by unless you are specifically focusing on the sound they produce.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
