gaan2 joek3簡約简约
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Definition
Simple and minimalist, omitting unimportant details while preserving the original essence.
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How it's used
Focuses on the aesthetic or functional quality of stripping away excess to highlight the core essence. It is frequently applied to design, fashion, and lifestyle choices, carrying a positive connotation of being clean and uncluttered. Unlike words that imply being basic or crude, this suggests a deliberate, tasteful choice to prioritize simplicity.
Examples
The decoration of this house is very minimalist.
Can you make your explanation simpler?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe someone who is simple-minded or naive, as that would require different vocabulary. It is strictly about the style or the amount of detail provided, not the intelligence or complexity of a person.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
