hang4 saai3衡晒
Jyutpinghang4 saai3
Yalehàhng saai
Definition
To do something to the absolute limit, with full power, or to the extreme.
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How it's used
Describes a state of maximum intensity, often used when someone is pushing themselves to the limit or when a situation is at its peak. It carries a sense of being stretched thin or operating at full capacity, frequently implying a slightly overwhelming or frantic pace. You will often hear it used with verbs related to work, playing, or emotional states.
Examples
He is extremely busy at work today.
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 恆常, which means constant or regular. 衡晒 is strictly for describing the intensity of an action or state, not for describing frequency or habit.
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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.
