ceoi4 gei1隨機随机
Jyutpingceoi4 gei1
Yalechèuih gēi
Definition
Random; occurring without any pattern or plan.
neutraldaily actionsother
How it's used
While 隨機 is used in formal contexts like statistics or computer science, it is also common in daily life to describe actions done without a plan. It often implies a lack of specific intent or a process that is not predetermined. When used as an adverb, it is frequently paired with verbs like 揀 or 撳.
Examples
The computer will randomly pick one person.
Did you just press that randomly?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse 隨機 with 隨便. 隨便 implies doing something casually or without caring about the outcome, whereas 隨機 specifically refers to the lack of a pattern or the element of chance.
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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.
