kok3 jing6確認确认
Jyutpingkok3 jing6
Yalekok yihng
Definition
To confirm or affirm that something is correct and complete.
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How it's used
Use this word when you need to verify information or double check that something is accurate. It carries a slightly formal or professional tone, often appearing in business or administrative contexts. In casual settings, people might prefer using 睇清楚 or 肯定下 instead.
Examples
Can you help me confirm if the time is correct?
I have already confirmed the order details.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word for simple physical checking of objects, where 檢查 is more appropriate. It specifically refers to confirming information, facts, or agreements rather than inspecting the physical condition of an item.
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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.
