gun3 cit3貫徹贯彻
Jyutpinggun3 cit3
Yalegun chit
Definition
To carry through with something; to put into practice, fully realize, or implement thoroughly.
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How it's used
Often used in formal or professional settings, this word implies a high level of dedication and consistency over time. It suggests that an idea or principle is not just stated but actively integrated into every action taken. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation about small tasks.
Examples
He is very persistent in carrying out this plan.
How do you put your philosophy into practice?
Related words
Common phrases
to carry through from beginning to end
to implement thoroughly
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with simple verbs like 做, but it carries a much stronger sense of ideological commitment or long term follow through. Using it for trivial tasks like doing laundry sounds unnatural and overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
