duk1 ding6篤定笃定
Jyutpingduk1 ding6
Yaledūk dihng
Definition
Calm, confident, and assured of success.
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How it's used
Conveys a sense of composure born from certainty or having a clear advantage. It is often used to describe someone who remains unruffled in a high-stakes situation because they know the outcome is already within their control.
Examples
Seeing him so calm and confident, he must be fully prepared.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal action of poking or stabbing, which is also written as 篤. Context usually makes it clear, as the adjective usage relates to mental state rather than physical contact.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
