haau2 ceoi2考取
Jyutpinghaau2 ceoi2
Yaleháau chéui
Definition
To pass an exam or test to acquire a qualification, license, or certification.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the achievement of earning a formal certification, license, or qualification through a rigorous examination process. It carries a sense of accomplishment and professional advancement that simple verbs like 考 or 攞 do not convey on their own. Use this when discussing milestones like obtaining a driver's license, a professional certification, or a degree.
Examples
He finally passed the exam and obtained the professional qualification.
Which industry's license are you planning to get certified for?
Common phrases
to obtain a qualification
to obtain a license
Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual school tests or simple classroom quizzes. It is reserved for formal, high-stakes assessments that result in an official credential or status.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
