joek6籲
Jyutpingjoek6
Yaleyeuhk
Definition
To appeal, implore, urge, or cry out.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively encountered in the compound 呼籲, which carries a formal or public tone. It is rarely used as a standalone verb in spoken Cantonese, where more common verbs like 叫 or 勸 are preferred for everyday requests. You will mostly see this in news reports, official announcements, or charitable campaigns.
Examples
The government urges citizens to keep the environment clean.
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Common mistake
Learners often try to use this in casual conversation to mean 'to ask' or 'to tell someone to do something', which sounds unnatural and overly dramatic. Use 叫 or 勸 instead for personal interactions.
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Grammar guides
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