daap6 sat6踏實踏实
Jyutpingdaap6 sat6
Yaledaahp saht
Definition
Down-to-earth; practical, honest, and hardworking.
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How it's used
Describes someone who approaches life or work with a grounded, reliable attitude rather than seeking shortcuts or fame. It carries a strong sense of moral integrity and dependability. While it can describe a person, it is also frequently used to describe a career path or a lifestyle choice that is considered safe and sensible.
Examples
He works in a very down-to-earth way and never tries to cut corners.
Only by finding a steady and reliable job can life be stable.
Related words
Common phrases
down-to-earth and steady
to be a reliable person
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 實誠, which focuses more on being honest or sincere in speech. 踏實 specifically emphasizes the practical, diligent, and steady nature of one's actions or character.
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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.
