cing3 zik1稱職称职
Jyutpingcing3 zik1
Yaleching jīk
Definition
Competent, qualified, and well suited for one's job or position.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on whether someone meets the expectations of their role rather than just their general intelligence or skill level. It often implies a sense of duty and reliability that goes beyond mere technical ability. While it can be used in casual conversation, it carries a slightly formal or evaluative tone, making it common in performance reviews or when discussing professional suitability.
Examples
He has been a manager for so long, he is truly competent.
Related words
Common phrases
a competent employee
competent performance
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe general ability or talent in non-professional contexts. It is strictly tied to the fulfillment of a specific role, position, or duty, so calling a friend 稱職 for simply being a good person sounds unnatural.
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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.
