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Definition
To succeed, especially in committing a crime, trick, or dishonest act.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the successful completion of a scheme, often implying a sense of cunning or illicit gain. While it can describe general success, it is most frequently heard in contexts involving theft, scams, or manipulative social strategies. It carries a slightly negative or conspiratorial nuance that distinguishes it from neutral words like 成功.
Examples
They finally succeeded in their theft this time.
Do you think he will succeed after tricking people?
Related words
Common phrases
finally succeeded in a scheme
the plan succeeded
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe standard professional or academic achievements, as it implies a level of underhandedness or trickery that makes it inappropriate for honest success.
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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.
