gaa3 jyu6駕馭驾驭
Jyutpinggaa3 jyu6
Yalega yuh
Definition
To master, control, or handle something completely so that it serves one's purpose.
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How it's used
This term carries a sense of authority and control, often implying that the subject has tamed or brought a powerful force under their command. It is frequently used in contexts involving complex skills, high-pressure environments, or difficult personality types. Unlike simpler words for learning, it emphasizes the ability to direct or manipulate the object effectively.
Examples
He mastered this new technology very quickly.
How did you manage to get such a complex situation under control?
Related words
Common phrases
ability to master or handle
to control the situation
Common mistake
Learners often use this word in casual, everyday contexts where it sounds overly formal or dramatic. It is better suited for professional, academic, or high-stakes scenarios rather than describing simple tasks like cooking a meal or using a basic app.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.



