ci2 zi3 bat1 ji4矢志不移
Jyutpingci2 zi3 bat1 ji4
Yalechí ji bāt yìh
Definition
Determined; unswerving in one's commitment or resolve.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom that carries a strong sense of moral integrity and long term commitment. While it can be used in spoken Cantonese to emphasize deep dedication, it sounds quite literary and is often reserved for serious topics like life goals, political stances, or deep personal vows.
Examples
His passion for music is truly unwavering.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for simple tasks or minor preferences, but it is far too heavy for everyday choices like deciding what to eat for lunch.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
