jing3 zin3應戰应战
Jyutpingjing3 zin3
Yaleying jin
Definition
To meet an enemy attack, accept a battle, or take up a challenge.
- to meet an enemy attack or engage in battle
- to accept or take up a challenge
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How it's used
Beyond literal warfare, this term is frequently used in business or sports contexts to describe preparing for a tough competition or a difficult task. It implies a sense of readiness and active engagement rather than passive defense. It is a formal term that carries a serious tone, often used when someone is facing a significant challenge or a strong adversary.
Examples
How do you plan to respond to your opponent's provocation?
They have prepared all their equipment and are ready to engage at any time.
Related words
Common phrases
ready to engage at any time
to engage with full force
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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.
