ming4 kok3明確明确
Jyutpingming4 kok3
Yalemìhng kok
Definition
Clear, explicit, and definite.
neutraldescriptionscommunication
How it's used
Often used in professional or formal contexts to describe instructions, goals, or stances that leave no room for ambiguity. While it functions as an adjective, it is frequently paired with the particle 啲 to express a need for greater clarity in communication.
Examples
You need to be more explicit about your stance.
They speak very clearly and do not beat around the bush.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 明白, which means to understand. Remember that 明確 describes the quality of being clear or explicit, whereas 明白 describes the mental state of understanding something.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
