hang4 jing4行刑
Jyutpinghang4 jing4
Yalehàhng yìhng
Definition
To execute a sentence, especially a death sentence.
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How it's used
This term is formal and carries a heavy, serious tone, typically reserved for legal or historical contexts involving capital punishment. While it functions as a verb, it is rarely used in casual conversation because it describes a grave state action rather than a daily activity.
Examples
They are preparing to carry out the execution tomorrow.
When will the execution actually take place?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 行街, which means to go out for a walk or go shopping, as the two share the same first character but have completely different meanings.
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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.
