ji5 ging1 zeon3 hang4已經進行已经进行
Jyutpingji5 ging1 zeon3 hang4
Yaleyíh gīng jeun hàhng
Definition
Already underway or already in progress.
neutralworktime
How it's used
Use this phrase to describe formal processes or scheduled events that have started and are currently ongoing. It carries a slightly more professional or objective tone compared to simply saying something has started. It is common to pair this with aspect markers like 咗 or 緊 to specify whether the process is completed or still active.
Examples
The project has already been underway for a long time.
The meeting is already in progress, do not go in yet.
Related words
Common phrases
already in progress
has already been conducted
Common mistake
Learners often use this phrase for casual activities like eating or sleeping, but it sounds unnatural in those contexts. It is reserved for structured tasks, projects, or formal events.
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Grammar guides
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