hing1 ji6輕易轻易
Jyutpinghing1 ji6
Yalehīng yih
Definition
Easily, simply, or lightly and without due care.
- easily; simply; without much effort
- lightly; rashly; casually
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How it's used
Often carries a sense of caution or warning, implying that something should not be done without proper consideration or effort. It frequently appears in negative constructions to emphasize that a goal or outcome requires significant work or persistence.
Examples
This opportunity is not easily obtained.
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Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 容易, which describes the inherent simplicity of a task. 輕易 focuses on the lack of effort or caution applied to an action, making it more about the manner of doing something rather than the difficulty of the task itself.
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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.
