joeng1 kau4央求
Jyutpingjoeng1 kau4
Yaleyēung kàuh
Definition
To beg, plead, or earnestly request assistance from someone.
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How it's used
This word carries a formal or literary tone that is rarely used in casual daily speech. Most native speakers prefer using 懇求 or 哀求 when expressing the need to beg someone for help. It implies a sense of earnestness and persistence that goes beyond a simple request.
Examples
He begged me again and again to help him.
Related words
Common phrases
to repeatedly beg
Common mistake
Avoid using this in everyday conversation as it sounds overly dramatic or written. If you want to sound natural, stick to 請求 or 叫人幫手.
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Grammar guides
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