lin4 je6連夜连夜
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Definition
Through the night, all night long, or that very night.
- through the night; all night long
- that very night; in the middle of the night
neutraltimedaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the urgency or continuous nature of an action performed throughout the night. It implies a sense of dedication or necessity, often used when someone works or travels without stopping until dawn. It is more formal than saying 成晚 or 全晚 and is frequently found in news reports or narratives about intense efforts.
Examples
He worked through the night and finally finished the report.
Related words
Common phrases
to work through the night to meet a deadline
to evacuate overnight
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simply sleeping or resting through the night. It specifically implies active, purposeful work or movement that persists until the next day.
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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.
