cing1 lei5清理

Jyutpingcing1 lei5

Yalechīng léih

動詞Common

Definition

To clean up, tidy, or clear out a place to make it clean and neat.

neutraldaily actionshome

How it's used

Focuses on the act of removing unwanted items or organizing a space to restore order. It is more formal than common verbs like 執 or 搞掂, often implying a more thorough or systematic process. Use it when dealing with clutter, debris, or administrative tasks rather than just wiping a surface.

Examples

nei5你gei2幾si4時cing1清lei5理le1呢deoi1堆zaap6雜mat6物aa4呀？

When will you clear out this pile of junk?

ngo5我gam1今jat6日jiu3要cing1清lei5理gaan3間fong2房，hou2好lyun6亂aa4呀。

I need to tidy up my room today, it's so messy.

Common phrases

cing1清lei5理jin6現coeng4場

to clear the scene

cing1清lei5理laap6垃saap3圾

to clear away trash

Common mistake

Learners often use it for simple surface cleaning like wiping a table, but it is better reserved for clearing away objects or organizing a chaotic area. For general cleaning, use words like 抹 or 清潔 instead.