jat1 ngaan5 tai2 saai3一眼睇晒
Jyutpingjat1 ngaan5 tai2 saai3
Yaleyāt ngáahn tái saai
Definition
Seen all at a single glance; fully visible or understandable all at once.
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How it's used
Used to describe a space or situation that is so simple, small, or transparent that nothing is hidden from view. It implies that no further investigation or effort is required to understand the full picture. It is frequently used when criticizing a room for being cramped or a person for being overly simplistic.
Examples
You can see the whole place at a glance, it is very small.
Do you really need to scan through the entire document that quickly?
Related words
Common phrases
a place that can be seen in one glance
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe complex situations where you have gained a deep understanding, as it specifically emphasizes the superficial or immediate nature of the observation.
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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.
