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Definition
Ruthlessly, severely, or without restraint; to do something to the fullest extent, usually destructive.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of intensity and lack of mercy, often used to describe actions that cause significant damage or emotional distress. It is almost exclusively used with the particle 噉 to function as an adverbial modifier for verbs. While it implies force, it is not used for physical strength in a positive sense, but rather for destructive or harsh behavior.
Examples
Why do you have to trash someone else's place so ruthlessly?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general intensifier like 好 or 非常. It is specifically reserved for aggressive or destructive actions and sounds unnatural if used to describe positive or neutral intensity like working hard or studying well.
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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.
