jat1 tung4一同
Jyutpingjat1 tung4
Yaleyāt tùhng
Definition
Together; two or more people doing the same thing at the same time.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
While 一同 is technically correct in formal writing, native speakers almost exclusively use 一齊 in daily speech. Using 一同 in casual conversation can sound overly stiff or like a direct translation from written Chinese. Reserve 一同 for formal announcements or written reports.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 一同 in spoken sentences where 一齊 is the natural choice. Remember that 一齊 functions as a versatile adverb for doing things in company, whereas 一同 is restricted to formal registers.
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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.
