hyun3 zo2勸阻劝阻
Jyutpinghyun3 zo2
Yalehyun jó
Definition
To advise against; to dissuade or persuade someone not to do something.
writtencommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Carries a formal tone that is often found in news reports or written accounts of incidents. In casual daily speech, people are much more likely to use phrases like 叫佢唔好 or 攔住佢 instead of this term. It implies a sense of intervention, often when someone is about to make a mistake or commit a dangerous act.
Examples
He wanted to jump down, luckily someone persuaded him against it immediately.
Why didn't you persuade him not to do such silly things?
Related words
Common phrases
to try hard to persuade someone not to do something
persuasion to stop failed
Common mistake
Do not use this word for simple advice or suggestions. It specifically denotes an active, often urgent attempt to stop someone from proceeding with a negative or harmful action.
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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.
