cyun4 maau6全貌
Jyutpingcyun4 maau6
Yalechyùhn maauh
Definition
The full picture, complete view, or overall state of something.
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How it's used
Focuses on the abstract or conceptual entirety of a situation rather than just a physical view. It is frequently used in professional or analytical contexts when someone needs to understand the big picture before making a decision. Unlike simple words for appearance, it implies a need for depth and completeness.
Examples
This photo doesn't capture the full picture of the whole event.
Related words
Common phrases
to understand the full picture
to present the full picture
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a physical landscape or a simple view from a window, as it is reserved for complex situations, events, or information.
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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.
