hang4 sin6行善
Jyutpinghang4 sin6
Yalehàhng sihn
Definition
To do good deeds or engage in charitable work.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly formal or moralistic tone, often appearing in contexts related to charity, religion, or community service. While it describes the act of doing good, it is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation to describe simple favors between friends. It frequently appears in set phrases that emphasize the long term accumulation of merit.
Examples
He does good deeds all the time, helping many people in need.
Do you think doing good deeds must involve donating money?
Related words
Common phrases
to do good deeds and accumulate merit
enthusiastic about doing good deeds
Common mistake
Learners often use it to describe simple acts of kindness like holding a door open, but it is too heavy for such minor gestures. Use 幫手 or 幫忙 instead for everyday assistance.
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