gok3 ji3覺意觉意

Jyutpinggok3 ji3

Yalegok yi

Definition

To notice, pay attention, or be aware of something.

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How it's used

This word functions as an adjective or verb meaning to be alert or mindful of one's surroundings. It is frequently used in the imperative form to warn someone to be careful of potential hazards. Unlike formal terms for attention, it carries a sense of being physically aware or observant in a specific moment.

Examples

nei5你haang4行lou6路jiu3要gok3覺ji3意di1啲，dei6地haa6下hou2好sap1濕㗎。

You need to watch out when walking, the floor is very slippery.

keoi5佢zou6做je5嘢hou2好gok3覺ji3意，cung4從loi4來m4唔wui2會ceot1出co3錯。

He is very attentive when working and never makes mistakes.

Common phrases

jiu3要gok3覺ji3意

need to be careful

hou2好gok3覺ji3意

very attentive

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 留意, which is more about keeping something in mind or paying attention to information. 覺意 is more focused on physical alertness or being careful about one's actions.