jan1甄
Jyutpingjan1
Yaleyān
Definition
To discriminate, distinguish, or examine to evaluate quality.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively used in formal, compound words related to selection or screening processes. It carries a sense of careful, professional evaluation rather than casual choosing. You will rarely hear it spoken in everyday conversation outside of specific professional or administrative contexts.
Examples
The company needs to select a batch of new employees.
This process is very strict and requires careful screening.
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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.
