jung5 si6勇士
Jyutpingjung5 si6
Yaleyúhng sih
Definition
Warrior; a brave and courageous person.
- warrior; a brave and courageous person
- figurativesomeone who is daring or willing to take a small risk
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How it's used
Applying this term to someone is often a lighthearted or slightly sarcastic way to praise them for doing something others find intimidating or foolish. It is frequently used when someone eats something strange, takes a difficult path, or speaks up in an awkward situation. While it literally refers to a soldier, the colloquial usage focuses on the audacity of the individual rather than physical combat skills.
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He is truly a warrior, brave enough to challenge authority.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply physically strong or athletic, as it specifically emphasizes the mental courage to face a challenge or risk.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
