liu5 dak1了得
Jyutpingliu5 dak1
Yalelíuh dāk
Definition
Outstanding; highly skilled or proficient in an ability.
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How it's used
Used almost exclusively to praise someone's specific skill or talent, often appearing at the end of a sentence to emphasize the degree of proficiency. It carries a slightly informal, appreciative tone that feels more natural in conversation than formal terms like 優秀 or 出色. It is rarely used to describe inanimate objects or abstract concepts, focusing instead on the person performing the action.
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Common phrases
outstanding culinary skills
impressive martial arts skills
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical appearance or general personality traits, as it is strictly reserved for technical ability or performance. Beginners sometimes mistakenly use it as a direct translation for good, but it specifically implies a high level of mastery or impressive skill.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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