daai6 zi3大志
Jyutpingdaai6 zi3
Yaledaaih ji
Definition
Great ambitions or lofty aspirations.
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How it's used
Describes a person who possesses grand goals or a strong drive to achieve something significant in life. It is often used to praise someone's character or to describe a child who shows early signs of high aspirations. While it sounds slightly formal, it is frequently used in casual conversation to encourage others.
Examples
He has had great ambitions since he was a little kid.
With such great ambitions, you will definitely succeed in the future.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe small or specific goals, as it implies a grand, life-encompassing vision rather than a simple plan. It is a noun phrase and should not be confused with adjectives describing someone who is merely hardworking or diligent.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
