cai4 cyun4齊全齐全
Jyutpingcai4 cyun4
Yalechàih chyùhn
Definition
Complete; having everything that is needed or a wide variety of choices.
colloquialshoppingdescriptions
How it's used
Focuses on the state of having all necessary components or a wide range of options present. It is frequently used to describe inventory in shops, lists of requirements, or the contents of a set. Unlike the Mandarin equivalent, it is often used in casual conversation to confirm if someone has gathered everything needed for a task.
Examples
The stationery here is very complete, they have everything for sale.
Have you finished preparing all your camping gear? Is it all complete?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a person who is 'perfect' or 'flawless' in character, as it strictly refers to the completeness of objects, supplies, or lists.
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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.
