jat1 hoeng3一向
Jyutpingjat1 hoeng3
Yaleyāt heung
Definition
Consistent; always the same; persistent.
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How it's used
Expresses a state or habit that has remained unchanged over a period of time. It often pairs with the particle 都 to emphasize the consistency of the behavior or situation. Unlike the English word always, it focuses more on the continuity of a trait or custom rather than the frequency of an action.
Examples
He has always liked eating at this restaurant.
Do you always wake up this early?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a single, one-off action that happened in the past. It is reserved for ongoing states, habits, or personality traits that persist over time.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
