co5 ding6 ding6坐定定
Jyutpingco5 ding6 ding6
Yalechóh dihng dihng
Definition
To sit still in one place without moving around.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Reduplication of the verb 坐 creates a sense of stability, calmness, or expectation. It is frequently used when addressing children to encourage them to remain in one place, carrying a tone that is both instructional and affectionate.
Examples
You sit still right there, don't walk around.
Related words
Common phrases
to sit still right there
to sit still and wait
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply sitting down, which is 坐低. 坐定定 specifically emphasizes the state of remaining in that position without fidgeting or moving away.
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Grammar guides
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