co5 zeng3
Jyutpingco5 zeng3
Yalechóh jeng

Definition

literal meaning or translation: to sit up straight; normally to describe a person who is dying to do something (usually to get promoted at work) and finally manages to get what they want; to be formally raised

Tone guide

T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level

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