gong2 gwo3 syun3 sou3講過算數讲过算数
Jyutpinggong2 gwo3 syun3 sou3
Yalegóng gwo syun sou
Definition
To keep one's word; to mean what one says and follow through.
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How it's used
This phrase functions as a moral imperative or a description of someone's character regarding integrity. It emphasizes the finality of a spoken agreement, implying that once a promise is made, it is binding and should not be renegotiated. It is often used to hold someone accountable or to reassure others of one's reliability.
Examples
You promised to keep your word, don't go back on it.
He always keeps his word, you can rest assured.
Related words
Common phrases
a person who keeps their word
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 講完就算, which carries the opposite meaning of dismissing something after saying it or treating a promise as insignificant.
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