gap1 cit3急切
Jyutpinggap1 cit3
Yalegāp chit
Definition
Urgent; pressing; needing immediate attention or unable to wait.
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How it's used
Expresses a sense of psychological pressure or restlessness that goes beyond mere urgency. It often implies a lack of composure or an inability to wait, which can sometimes come across as pushy or overly intense in social interactions.
Examples
He is very anxious to know the result.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe inanimate objects or administrative deadlines, as it focuses on the internal state of a person. For urgent tasks or deadlines, use 急 or 趕 instead.
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Grammar guides
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