joek3 loek6約略约略

Jyutpingjoek3 loek6

Yaleyeuk leuhk

Rare

Definition

Approximately; roughly; generally.

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How it's used

Focus on the sense of providing a summary or a quick estimate rather than precise details. It is often paired with verbs of communication or calculation to signal that the speaker is intentionally omitting specifics for the sake of brevity. Unlike more formal synonyms, it feels natural in workplace settings when giving a quick status update.

Examples

keoi5佢joek3約loek2略gong2講zo2咗gin2件si6事bei2畀ngo5我teng1聽。

He roughly told me about the incident.

nei5你joek3約loek2略gai2計haa5下tiu4條sou2數jiu3要gei2幾do1多cin2錢？

Can you roughly calculate how much money it will cost?

Common phrases

joek3約loek2略gong2講

to talk about roughly

joek3約loek2略gu2估

to estimate roughly

Common mistake

Avoid using this to mean 'almost' or 'nearly' in the sense of 'almost finished' or 'nearly there', as it specifically refers to the accuracy of information or quantity rather than the completion of an action.