jung4 wui6 gun3 tung1融會貫通融会贯通
Jyutpingjung4 wui6 gun3 tung1
Yaleyùhng wuih gun tūng
Definition
To gain a thorough understanding of a subject by fully grasping and integrating all relevant knowledge.
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How it's used
This idiom describes the process of connecting disparate pieces of information to form a cohesive, deep understanding of a subject. It is frequently used in academic or professional contexts to praise someone who has moved beyond basic memorization to true mastery. It implies a high level of intellectual maturity and the ability to apply knowledge across different scenarios.
Examples
You need to master the concepts thoroughly, don't just memorize everything by rote.
keoi5佢zoeng1將gei2幾mun4門hok6學fo1科jung4融wui6會gun3貫tung1通，zung1終jyu1於nam2諗dou3到gaai2解kyut3決fong1方faat3法。
He gained a thorough understanding by integrating several subjects and finally found a solution.
Related words
Common phrases
the ability to master and integrate knowledge
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple synonym of understanding, but it specifically emphasizes the synthesis of multiple sources or concepts rather than just knowing one thing well.
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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.
