do1 daat6多達多达
Jyutpingdo1 daat6
Yaledō daaht
Definition
To be up to; to reach as many or as much as a certain amount.
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How it's used
Emphasizes a surprisingly large quantity or an impressive scale. It is typically used in formal reports, news, or when someone wants to highlight the magnitude of a figure to create an impact. Unlike standard counting, it carries a sense of drama or unexpectedness regarding the size of the number.
Examples
The number of participants for this event reached as many as five hundred.
Do you know how much money they lost, which is as much as that amount?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday counting where the number is expected or small, as it sounds overly dramatic or journalistic. It is not suitable for simple statements like I have five apples.
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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.
