jau5 muk6 gung6 dou2有目共睹
Jyutpingjau5 muk6 gung6 dou2
Yaleyáuh muhk guhng dóu
Definition
Obvious to all; plain for everyone to see.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a formal and slightly literary tone, often appearing in news reports, speeches, or professional settings. It functions as a predicate adjective to describe facts or achievements that are undeniable and widely recognized. Using it in casual, everyday conversation might sound overly dramatic or stiff.
Examples
His hard work over these years is obvious to everyone.
Is the progress of this company obvious to everyone?
Related words
Common phrases
achievements are obvious to all
efforts are obvious to all
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it to describe physical objects that are simply visible, but it should be reserved for abstract concepts like progress, effort, or changes that require collective acknowledgment.
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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.
