gin1 ci4 bat1 haai6堅持不懈坚持不懈
Jyutpinggin1 ci4 bat1 haai6
Yalegīn chìh bāt haaih
Definition
To persist; to persevere; to make continuous and unremitting efforts without giving up.
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How it's used
This is a formal four-character idiom that carries a strong sense of admiration for someone's unwavering resolve. While it is perfectly acceptable in spoken Cantonese, it is most commonly heard in serious contexts like speeches, interviews, or when giving sincere encouragement to someone facing a long-term challenge. It sounds significantly more literary than casual expressions like 唔放棄.
Examples
He practiced with perseverance and finally won the championship.
You must keep at it and not give up halfway.
Related words
Common phrases
unremitting efforts
to do something with perseverance
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
