cing1 zung6稱頌称颂
Jyutpingcing1 zung6
Yalechīng juhng
Definition
To praise, commend, or extol someone or their deeds.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and literary tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation. It is typically reserved for written contexts, formal speeches, or when discussing historical figures and significant achievements. Using it in a casual setting might sound overly dramatic or stiff.
Examples
His heroic actions have always been praised by people.
This artist's work is worth everyone's praise.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with everyday words for praise like 讚 or 讚賞. While those are common in daily speech, 稱頌 implies a more public, formal, or even historical recognition of someone's virtues or deeds.
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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.
