ji4疑
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Definition
To doubt, suspect, or disbelieve; to be uncertain.
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How it's used
Used primarily as a morpheme in compound words rather than as a standalone verb in modern spoken Cantonese. When expressing doubt or suspicion, native speakers almost exclusively use the full compound 懷疑 instead of the single character 疑. It carries a slightly formal or literary weight, often appearing in news reports or written contexts.
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Common mistake
Learners often try to use 疑 as a standalone verb like the English word doubt, but it sounds unnatural and incomplete in spoken sentences. Always pair it with another character like 懷疑, 疑心, or 疑慮 to form a complete concept.
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Grammar guides
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