maai4 tau4 fu2 gon3埋頭苦幹埋头苦干
Jyutpingmaai4 tau4 fu2 gon3
Yalemàaih tàuh fú gon
Definition
To bury oneself in work; to work hard and with deep concentration.
colloquialworkdaily actions
How it's used
This idiom describes a state of intense, focused, and often solitary labor. It carries a slightly heavy or somber tone, suggesting that the person is not just working hard, but is perhaps neglecting other aspects of life or enduring hardship for the sake of a goal. It is frequently used to describe someone who is dedicated to a project or study without seeking recognition.
Examples
He is always buried in his work, even forgetting to eat.
Related words
Common phrases
the spirit of burying oneself in work
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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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