jing3 si5應試应试
Jyutpingjing3 si5
Yaleying síh
Definition
To sit for or attend an exam.
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How it's used
Formal contexts are where this term thrives, as it sounds significantly more professional than simply saying 去考試. It carries a sense of duty or preparation, often implying that the person is taking a serious or official test rather than a casual quiz.
Examples
What time are you going to the exam tomorrow?
He is sick today and cannot attend the exam.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation with friends, as it sounds overly stiff or academic. Use 去考試 instead for everyday situations.
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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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