hon1 doi6看待
Jyutpinghon1 doi6
Yalehōn doih
Definition
To treat or regard as, or to view and have an opinion on something.
- to treat; to regard as
- to view; to take; to have an opinion or perspective on something
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this verb is frequently used in professional or analytical contexts to describe one's perspective or stance on an issue. While it can mean to treat someone in a certain way, it is more commonly used to express how one evaluates or interprets a situation, similar to the concept of a viewpoint.
Examples
How do you view this matter?
He treats me as a friend.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday speech when describing simple physical actions, as it sounds overly academic or stiff. For treating people in a specific manner, native speakers often prefer using 對待 or 當做 instead.
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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.
