jat1 geoi2 jat1 dung6一舉一動一举一动
Jyutpingjat1 geoi2 jat1 dung6
Yaleyāt géui yāt duhng
Definition
Every act and every move; one's every action.
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How it's used
Focuses on the scrutiny or observation of someone's behavior rather than the actions themselves. It is frequently used in contexts involving public figures, suspicious behavior, or when someone is being closely monitored by others. The phrase carries a slightly heavy or serious tone, implying that the subject is under a microscope.
Examples
Every move he makes feels like someone is watching him.
Have you noticed every move they have made recently?
Related words
Common phrases
to watch every move
every move is under scrutiny
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple, mundane tasks like eating or walking unless you are specifically emphasizing that those actions are being watched or judged by someone else.
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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.
