jik6亦
Jyutpingjik6
Yaleyihk
Definition
Also, too, as well; expressing that two things coexist or are parallel.
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How it's used
This word is primarily used in formal or written Cantonese contexts rather than everyday speech. In casual conversation, native speakers almost exclusively use 都 or 仲有 instead. Using it in spoken sentences can make you sound like you are reading from a formal document or giving a speech.
Examples
He is very smart and also very hardworking.
This shop is cheap and also tastes good.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it sounds stiff and unnatural. Stick to 都 when you want to express 'also' in normal daily interactions.
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Grammar guides
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