jin4 hang6言行
Jyutpingjin4 hang6
Yaleyìhn hahng
Definition
Words and deeds; a person's words and actions.
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How it's used
This term is formal and often appears in contexts discussing integrity or character assessment. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation, where speakers might instead use phrases like 講一套做一套 to describe someone whose actions do not match their words.
Examples
His words and actions are consistent, so everyone trusts him.
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Common phrases
words and actions are consistent
words, actions, and manners
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
