dang2 jyu1等於等于
Jyutpingdang2 jyu1
Yaledáng yū
Definition
To be equal to or the same as in meaning, value, or effect.
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How it's used
Often used to express that an action or situation is functionally equivalent to another, even if they are not identical in form. It frequently appears in the structure 即係等於 to emphasize a conclusion or a harsh reality. It carries a slightly more analytical or logical tone compared to the more casual 係一樣.
Examples
Doing it this way is effectively the same as giving up.
Are these two things equal in value?
Related words
Common phrases
equivalent to having done nothing
which is to say it is equivalent to
Common mistake
Learners often use it to mean 'to be' in a simple identity sense, but it is specifically for comparing values, meanings, or consequences. For simple identification, use 係 instead.
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Grammar guides
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