git3 zing6潔淨洁净
Jyutpinggit3 zing6
Yalegit jihng
Definition
Clean and hygienic; pure.
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this word is typically reserved for written contexts or descriptions of hygiene standards rather than casual speech. While it conveys cleanliness, it often implies a sense of purity or a high level of sanitation that goes beyond the everyday use of 乾淨. It is frequently seen in official notices or formal advertisements regarding public facilities.
Examples
The environment here is very clean, it is comfortable to live in.
Do you think this place is clean enough?
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Common mistake
Learners often use this word in casual conversation where 乾淨 is much more natural. Using it to describe a messy room or dirty clothes can sound overly clinical or pretentious.
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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.
