ji3 sik1 dou2意識到意识到

Jyutpingji3 sik1 dou2

Yaleyi sīk dóu

Definition

To realize, become aware of, or become conscious of something.

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How it's used

Focuses on the sudden realization or the moment of becoming aware of a specific fact or situation. It carries a slightly more formal or analytical tone compared to the simpler verb 知道, which just means to know. Use this when describing a shift in perspective or a moment of clarity regarding a complex issue.

Examples

ngo5我zung1終jyu1於ji3意sik1識dou2到zi6自gei2己zou6做co3錯zo2咗。

I finally realized that I did something wrong.

nei5你gei2幾si4時sin1先ji3意sik1識dou2到ni1呢go3個man6問tai4題hou2好jim4嚴zung6重？

When will you finally realize that this problem is very serious?

Common phrases

ji3意sik1識dou2到man6問tai4題

to realize the problem

ji3意sik1識dou2到jim4嚴zung6重sing3性

to realize the severity

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 知道, but 意識到 implies a process of mental awakening or discovery rather than just possessing information. Avoid using it for simple facts like knowing someone's name or address.