dung6 joek6 gun1 fo2洞若觀火洞若观火
Jyutpingdung6 joek6 gun1 fo2
Yaleduhng yeuhk gūn fó
Definition
To see things extremely clearly; to understand a situation perfectly.
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How it's used
This idiom is a formal expression used to describe someone who possesses deep insight or an impeccable understanding of a situation. It is rarely used in casual, everyday speech and is more common in professional, political, or analytical contexts. Using it in a very informal setting might make you sound like you are quoting a newspaper or a literary text.
Examples
He sees this matter very clearly and could see through it at a glance.
Related words
Common phrases
an insightful analysis
to have a clear grasp of the situation
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe physical vision, such as seeing an object clearly from a distance. It is strictly reserved for intellectual clarity, logic, or understanding complex situations, not for eyesight.
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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.
