gon2趕赶
Jyutpinggon2
Yalegón
Definition
To rush, hurry, or hasten.
colloquialdaily actionstime
How it's used
Focuses on the urgency of an action or the need to meet a deadline. It is frequently used with time-sensitive activities like commuting or finishing work. When used as a verb, it often implies a sense of pressure or lack of time.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin usage where it can mean to drive away or chase. In Cantonese, use 趕走 for chasing someone away.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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