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Jyutpinghon3 tau3
Yalehon tau
Definition
To see through; to understand someone's mind or the true nature of something fully.
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How it's used
睇透 is the standard colloquial verb used in daily speech to describe perceiving someone's true intentions or understanding the underlying reality of a situation. While 看透 is the written form, it is rarely used in spoken Cantonese, where 睇透 is the natural choice for expressing deep insight or disillusionment.
Related words
Common phrases
to see through human nature
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 看透 in casual conversation, which sounds overly formal or literary. Stick to 睇透 to maintain a natural, conversational tone.
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