hei2 jung6起用
Jyutpinghei2 jung6
Yalehéi yuhng
Definition
To hire, employ, or appoint someone to a job.
neutralwork
How it's used
Focuses on the act of appointing someone to a specific role or position, often implying a deliberate choice or a promotion from within. It carries a more formal or professional weight compared to the everyday word 請. You will frequently encounter it in news reports or corporate contexts when discussing the selection of personnel for important tasks.
Examples
The company decided to hire this newcomer.
Who do you plan to hire as the manager?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual part time jobs or basic labor, as it sounds too formal and strategic. It is better suited for roles involving responsibility or specialized skills.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
