hap6 jin2合演
Jyutpinghap6 jin2
Yalehahp yín
Definition
To act together or put on a joint performance.
neutralpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the collaborative aspect of a performance, often implying a professional or artistic partnership. It is frequently used in the context of films, stage plays, or concerts to highlight the star power of the pairing. Unlike general collaboration, it is strictly reserved for performance-based roles.
Examples
The two of them are acting together in a new movie this time.
Related words
Common phrases
to act together in a movie
to act together in a stage play
Common mistake
Avoid using this for general teamwork or non-performance tasks, where 合作 is the appropriate term. It is not used for everyday activities like working on a project together or cooking a meal.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
