gap1 jyu1急於急于
Jyutpinggap1 jyu1
Yalegāp yū
Definition
To be eager, impatient, or in a hurry to get something done.
neutraldaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Expresses a sense of urgency or impatience regarding a specific goal or action. While it functions as a verb, it is often paired with auxiliary verbs like 想 or 要 to emphasize the psychological state of wanting something to happen immediately. It carries a slightly more formal or literary tone compared to the common spoken expression 趕住.
Examples
Why are you in such a rush to leave?
He is eager to prove himself.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 趕住, but 急於 focuses on the mental state of eagerness or impatience, whereas 趕住 focuses on the physical act of rushing to complete a task.
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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.
