ci4 ping3馳騁驰骋
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Yalechìh ping
Definition
To gallop on horseback; to show one's talents in a specific field.
- to gallop on horseback
- figurativeto display one's talents or run free in a specific field
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How it's used
Literary and formal in nature, this term is rarely used in casual daily conversation to describe literal horse riding. It is much more frequently employed in a metaphorical sense to describe someone excelling or showing off their talents in a specific professional field or competitive arena. When used literally, it carries a sense of grandeur or freedom that simple verbs like 跑 lack.
Examples
He is galloping on the racecourse, he looks so cool.
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Common phrases
galloping on the battlefield
to excel in the business world
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for any kind of running or moving fast, but it specifically implies a sense of freedom, power, or mastery. Avoid using it for mundane activities like running to catch a bus.
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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.
