gik6 zi3極致极致
Jyutpinggik6 zi3
Yalegihk ji
Definition
The ultimate, peak, or most perfect state of something.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a pursuit of perfection or the peak of a performance. It carries a sense of dedication and high standards, suggesting that the subject has pushed beyond ordinary boundaries. It is frequently paired with verbs like 做到 or 發揮 to indicate the process of reaching that peak.
Examples
He took this job to the ultimate level, he is really impressive.
Related words
Common phrases
to push something to the limit
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 極端, which often carries a negative connotation of being extreme or radical. 極致 is almost always used in a positive or laudatory context regarding skill or quality.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
