gung1 haau6功效
Jyutpinggung1 haau6
Yalegūng haauh
Definition
Effect, efficacy, or effectiveness.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the functional result or utility of a product, treatment, or method. It is commonly used in commercial or medical contexts to describe whether something actually works as intended. Unlike more general terms for result or outcome, it carries a sense of performance and reliability.
Examples
This ointment shows its effectiveness very quickly after application.
Have you tried this method yet? Is it effective?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 效果, which is a broader term for any result or effect. 功效 specifically implies a positive, intended, or functional benefit, whereas 效果 can be neutral or even negative.
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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.
