joek6 faa3弱化
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Yaleyeuhk fa
Definition
To weaken or lessen in intensity or strength.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal, academic, or professional contexts rather than casual daily speech. It often describes abstract concepts like influence, power, or economic strength rather than physical objects. When discussing physical strength or health, speakers prefer using 變弱 or 削弱.
Examples
This policy will weaken the competitiveness.
Do you think they want to weaken this position?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use this word to describe physical objects losing structural integrity, but it sounds unnatural in that context. Use 削弱 when referring to the deliberate reduction of someone's power or authority.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
