haang4 dak1行得
Jyutpinghaang4 dak1
Yalehàahng dāk
Definition
Ready to go; good to go.
colloquialdaily actionstransport
How it's used
Expresses that a person, vehicle, or plan has reached a state of readiness for departure or operation. It functions as a predicate adjective phrase meaning ready to move or start. You will often hear it used as a short, punchy response to questions about timing.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of being able to walk, which is also written as 行得. Context is key, as it can mean physically capable of walking or simply ready to depart.
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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.
