daam1 jam6擔任担任
Jyutpingdaam1 jam6
Yaledāam yahm
Definition
To serve as, take charge of, or hold a specific post or responsibility.
neutralwork
How it's used
Formal in tone, this verb is typically reserved for professional or official contexts such as job titles, committee roles, or specific responsibilities. It implies a sense of duty or a designated status rather than just doing a task. In casual speech, people often prefer using 負責 or 做 instead.
Examples
He will be taking up this position soon.
Are you willing to serve as the person in charge of this event?
Related words
Common phrases
to hold a position
to serve as the person in charge
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it for casual roles or simple chores, but it sounds unnatural when describing minor duties. It is best saved for significant titles or formal assignments.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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