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Definition
To match with, accord with, or make sense.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe logical consistency or alignment between two things. It rarely stands alone as a verb in everyday speech, appearing most frequently as part of compound words like 符合 or 吻合. When used as a standalone verb, it often carries a slightly literary or analytical tone compared to more common colloquial verbs like 對得上.
Examples
Your statement does not match the facts at all.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it in casual conversation as a direct replacement for match in the sense of physical items, such as clothes or colors, where 襯 is the appropriate choice.
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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.
