cyu2 si6處事处事
Jyutpingcyu2 si6
Yalechyú sih
Definition
To handle affairs; to deal with matters in general.
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How it's used
Focuses on the general attitude or style one adopts when managing tasks or interacting with people, rather than the specific completion of a single task. It often implies a sense of maturity or social intelligence in how one navigates complex situations. It is frequently paired with adjectives describing personality or temperament, such as 圓滑 or 穩重.
Examples
He handles matters very tactfully and is well-liked by colleagues.
Do you think there is any problem with the way he handles things?
Related words
Common phrases
way of handling matters
tactful in handling affairs
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 處理, which is a transitive verb requiring an object like 處理文件. 處事 is an intransitive verb that describes the act of handling affairs in a broad, abstract sense.
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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.
