kau4 zi1 juk6求知慾求知欲
Jyutpingkau4 zi1 juk6
Yalekàuh jī yuhk
Definition
The desire for knowledge; curiosity.
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How it's used
This term is formal and intellectual in tone, often appearing in educational contexts or discussions about personal development. While it describes a positive trait, it is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk. It functions as a noun that describes a specific drive rather than general nosiness or curiosity about people's private lives.
Examples
He had a strong desire for knowledge even when he was a child.
How can one cultivate a child's curiosity?
Related words
Common phrases
to cultivate curiosity
strong desire for knowledge
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 好奇心, which is a more general term for curiosity about anything, including gossip or trivial matters. 求知慾 is strictly reserved for the pursuit of academic or intellectual knowledge.
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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.
