kyut3 ji3決意决意
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Definition
To be determined to do something; to make up one's mind.
neutraldaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Expresses a firm, settled state of mind regarding a future action. Unlike the more casual 諗住, which suggests a tentative plan, 決意 implies that the internal deliberation is over and the decision is final. It is frequently used in formal contexts or when describing a significant life choice.
Examples
He is determined to resign, no one can persuade him.
Are you determined to move abroad to live?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday situations like deciding what to eat for lunch, as it sounds overly dramatic and stiff. For minor decisions, use 決定 instead.
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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.
