jap6 cam1入侵
Jyutpingjap6 cam1
Yaleyahp chām
Definition
To invade, intrude, or attack and occupy.
neutraltechnologyhealth
How it's used
Often used in the context of technology or health, such as viruses attacking computers or bacteria affecting the body. While it carries a serious tone, it is frequently applied to abstract concepts like privacy or personal boundaries rather than just military action. It implies an unwanted or hostile entry into a space that should be secure.
Examples
The computer system has been invaded by a virus.
How did they intrude into this private space?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simply entering a room or a building, as it carries a strong connotation of hostility or illegality. For normal entry, use 入去 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.
