bing6 gin1並肩并肩
Jyutpingbing6 gin1
Yalebihng gīn
Definition
Shoulder to shoulder; side by side, or figuratively, together.
- shoulder to shoulder; side by side
- figurativetogether; working as a team to face a situation
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of solidarity and shared burden, often used in contexts involving overcoming adversity or achieving a difficult goal. While the literal imagery of shoulders touching is clear, it is rarely used to describe simple physical proximity in casual conversation. It leans towards a more formal or literary tone compared to everyday expressions like 一齊.
Examples
They decided to walk side by side and face the future.
Are you willing to fight alongside me to solve the problem?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it as a direct synonym for 一齊 in casual settings, but it sounds overly dramatic or poetic when describing mundane activities like eating or shopping.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
