haau2 gau3考究

Jyutpinghaau2 gau3

Yaleháau gau

動詞Rare

Definition

To investigate in detail; to study thoroughly.

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How it's used

Beyond the literal meaning of investigating or researching, this word frequently describes something that is done with great attention to detail or high standards. When used to describe an object or a piece of work, it implies that it is sophisticated, refined, or crafted with care. It carries a sense of intellectual rigor or aesthetic appreciation that goes deeper than a simple search for information.

Examples

le1呢gin2件si6事hou2好zik6值dak1得haau2考gau3究aa4呀。

This matter is really worth investigating.

nei5你sai2使m4唔sai2使haau2考gau3究dak1得gam3咁zi2仔sai3細aa4呀？

Do you really need to be that meticulous about it?

Common phrases

haau2考gau3究sai3細zit3節

to examine the details

hou2好haau2考gau3究

very particular or exquisite

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 考察, which usually refers to a formal field trip or site visit for observation. Use 考究 when you are talking about analyzing the details or the quality of something, rather than physically visiting a location.