dou6 zyut6杜絕杜绝
Jyutpingdou6 zyut6
Yaledouh jyuht
Definition
To completely put an end to or stamp out something, typically something negative.
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How it's used
Focuses on the complete eradication of negative phenomena or systemic issues. It carries a formal and serious tone, often appearing in news reports, official policy statements, or when discussing the elimination of corruption, waste, or dangerous practices.
Examples
The government needs to find a way to put an end to these illegal acts.
How can you manage to stamp out this bad habit?
Related words
Common phrases
to put an end to waste
to stamp out unhealthy tendencies
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple, everyday tasks like stopping a minor noise or finishing a small chore. It implies a more significant, structural, or long term effort to wipe out a problem entirely.
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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.
