bui6 syu1背書背书
Jyutpingbui6 syu1
Yalebuih syū
Definition
To memorize a text and recite or write it back from memory.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of memorizing a text for recitation, usually in an academic context. It implies a rote learning process where the goal is to reproduce the exact wording of a passage. It is rarely used to describe memorizing facts or concepts in general.
Examples
We have a Chinese exam tomorrow, have you finished memorizing the text?
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Common phrases
memorizing texts is very tiring
cannot memorize the text
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the formal term 背書 which can mean to endorse a check or a document in a business or legal context. In daily school life, it strictly refers to memorizing passages.
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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.
