jat1 wong5一往
Jyutpingjat1 wong5
Yaleyāt wóhng
Definition
As always; consistently as in the past.
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How it's used
Functions primarily as an adverbial phrase to describe habits or states that remain unchanged over time. It carries a slightly formal or literary undertone compared to the more common colloquial expressions like 一貫 or 一向. Using it in casual speech can make a speaker sound a bit more sophisticated or reflective.
Examples
He is as punctual as always for work.
Related words
Common phrases
as usual
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 一向, which is much more common for describing habitual actions. While 一往 implies a sense of 'as it was in the past,' 一向 focuses on 'all along' or 'always' in a way that feels more natural in daily conversation.
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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.
