do1 coi4 do1 ngai6多才多藝多才多艺
Jyutpingdo1 coi4 do1 ngai6
Yaledō chòih dō ngaih
Definition
Multitalented; possessing many skills and talents.
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How it's used
This idiom is used to praise someone who possesses a wide range of skills, often spanning both artistic and practical domains. While it is a formal four-character idiom, it is frequently used in casual conversation to compliment friends or colleagues. It carries a positive, admiring tone and is often paired with particles like 㗎 or 喇 to emphasize the speaker's impression.
Examples
He is truly multitalented; he is great at both singing and dancing.
Since you are so multitalented, why not consider entering the competition?
Common phrases
a multitalented person
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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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