jim4 gan2嚴謹严谨
Jyutpingjim4 gan2
Yaleyìhm gán
Definition
Careful, precise, and meticulous; demanding high standards of oneself.
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How it's used
Describes a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail, often used in professional or academic contexts. While it implies being careful, it carries a sense of strictness and discipline that goes beyond just being cautious. It is frequently applied to work processes, logical arguments, or personal conduct.
Examples
He is very meticulous with his work and never makes mistakes.
Related words
Common phrases
a rigorous attitude
meticulous in handling affairs
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe someone who is simply 'careful' in a casual sense, such as being careful not to trip or careful when handling a fragile object, as those situations usually call for 小心.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
