hot3 kau4渴求
Jyutpinghot3 kau4
Yalehot kàuh
Definition
To eagerly desire or crave, especially abstract things like knowledge or freedom.
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How it's used
Focuses on a deep, almost physical sense of longing for abstract concepts or intangible goals. It carries a more intense, formal weight compared to just wanting something, often implying a state of deficiency or hunger that needs to be filled.
Examples
He craves everyone's approval.
Are you really desperate for this job?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple material desires like wanting a snack or a new toy, as it sounds overly dramatic and unnatural in those contexts.
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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.
