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Jyutpingjyun5 daai6
Yaleyúhn daaih
Definition
Grand, lofty, and far-reaching (typically of goals, visions, or ideals).
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How it's used
Focuses on the scope and longevity of an idea rather than just its size. It is almost exclusively used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe goals, visions, or future prospects. You will rarely hear it used to describe physical objects or people directly.
Examples
He has had ambitious goals since he was small.
Do you think this plan is ambitious enough?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical distance, as that would be 遙遠. It is strictly for abstract concepts like dreams or plans.
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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.
