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Definition
To stabilize, solidify, establish, or lay a firm foundation for something.
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this term is typically reserved for abstract concepts like foundations, status, or historical significance. It carries a sense of permanence and structural integrity, often appearing in academic or professional contexts rather than casual conversation. It implies that the action taken has created a lasting, unshakeable base for future progress.
Examples
This foundation solidified his career development.
How do you solidify your status in this industry?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for physical objects like furniture or buildings, as it is strictly for abstract foundations or positions. For physical stability, use 穩固 instead.
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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.
