gwan1 zan1君真
Jyutpinggwan1 zan1
Yalegwān jān
Definition
Trustworthy, honest, and reliable; fair and clear-cut, especially in financial or business dealings.
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How it's used
This term is used to describe someone or something that is authentic, reliable, or honest. It carries a sense of sincerity that goes beyond just being factually correct, often implying a person's character or the genuineness of a situation. It is frequently used in casual settings to reassure others that information is not fabricated.
Examples
What he says is very trustworthy; he won't lie to people.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the Mandarin term 認真, which means serious. While they sound somewhat similar, 君真 specifically relates to trustworthiness and authenticity, whereas 認真 is about the attitude of being diligent or earnest.
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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.
