ji2 zung6倚重
Jyutpingji2 zung6
Yaleyí juhng
Definition
To rely heavily on someone; to think highly of and trust someone.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
This term carries a formal weight that implies a professional or hierarchical relationship, often used to describe how a superior views a subordinate. It suggests not just trust, but a strategic dependence on someone's skills or loyalty to achieve a goal. While it can be used in casual conversation, it retains a slightly literary or business-like tone compared to simpler verbs like 信賴.
Examples
The boss relies heavily on him and always gives him important tasks.
Do you think the manager will rely heavily on this new colleague?
Related words
Common phrases
rely extremely heavily on
to rely heavily on talent
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe reliance on inanimate objects or tools, as it specifically refers to the trust placed in a person's capabilities or character. It is not interchangeable with general reliance or dependence on things.
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Grammar guides
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