ji1 ci3依次
Jyutpingji1 ci3
Yaleyī chi
Definition
In order; sequentially; following a set sequence.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
This word functions as an adverb to describe actions performed in a specific sequence or turn. It is more formal than the common spoken phrase 順住嚟, which is used when you want to emphasize the flow of an action rather than the strict adherence to a list or queue.
Examples
Everyone line up and go in one by one.
The teacher asked us to say the answers in order.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 順便, which means to do something while you are already doing another task, whereas 依次 strictly implies a sequence or turn-taking.
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