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Definition
To follow or adhere to principles, teachings, or traditions.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and slightly elevated tone, often used in professional or serious contexts like corporate mission statements or discussions about heritage. While it implies a sense of duty or continuity, it is less common in casual, everyday small talk compared to more direct verbs like 跟住 or 照住. It suggests a deliberate effort to maintain a legacy or a set of core values.
Examples
He upheld the family tradition and continues to run this old shop.
Related words
Common phrases
uphold the purpose or mission
uphold tradition
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for simple instructions or following a recipe, but it is reserved for abstract concepts like principles, traditions, or spirits rather than physical tasks.
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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.
