hat6檄
Jyutpinghat6
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Definition
An official written call to arms, declaration of war, or urgent dispatch.
writtencommunication
How it's used
This term is almost exclusively encountered in the compound 檄文, referring to a formal declaration or a scathing public denunciation. It carries a strong literary and historical weight, often implying a combative or revolutionary tone. You will rarely hear it used in casual daily conversation unless someone is being intentionally dramatic or hyperbolic.
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Related words
Common phrases
manifesto or call to arms
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 激, which means intense or angry, even though they share a similar sound in some contexts. The character 檄 is strictly reserved for formal written proclamations or manifestos.
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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.
