muk6 dik1目的
Jyutpingmuk6 dik1
Yalemuhk dīk
Definition
Purpose, aim, target, or the desired result of an action or plan.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the intended outcome or goal behind an action or plan. While it is a standard noun, it often appears in formal contexts or serious discussions about intentions and motivations. It is less common in casual, everyday small talk compared to more direct terms like 想做乜.
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go3個goExamples
He only did that to achieve his own goal.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 目標, which usually refers to a specific, measurable target or milestone, whereas 目的 focuses more on the underlying reason or ultimate intent behind an action.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
