jyu5 beng6語病语病
Jyutpingjyu5 beng6
Yaleyúh behng
Definition
An error in language usage, such as a grammatical mistake, inappropriate collocation, or lack of coherence.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on structural or logical flaws in writing or speech rather than simple typos or spelling errors. It implies that the sentence is technically readable but fails to follow standard linguistic conventions or logic. Teachers frequently use this term when marking compositions to point out awkward phrasing or mismatched collocations.
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This sentence has grammatical issues, fix it first.
Are there any language issues in the essay you wrote?
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Common phrases
the sentence has grammatical errors
to correct language errors
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 懶音, which refers specifically to lazy pronunciation or slurred speech. 語病 is strictly about the construction of the language itself, not how it is articulated.
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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.
