ji3議议
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Yaleyi
Definition
To discuss or debate, especially in a formal or legislative setting.
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How it's used
This character functions primarily as a bound morpheme in Cantonese rather than a standalone verb in daily speech. It carries a formal, administrative, or political weight, appearing frequently in compound words related to governance and public policy. When used as a verb, it often implies a more structured or serious deliberation compared to the casual 傾偈.
Examples
They are discussing the proposal in the meeting room.
Is there still room to discuss this matter further?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this as a direct synonym for general conversation, but it is too formal for casual social settings. Avoid using it to describe chatting with friends, where 傾 or 講 is much more appropriate.
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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.
