muk6 sung3目送
Jyutpingmuk6 sung3
Yalemuhk sung
Definition
To watch someone leave as a way of saying goodbye.
neutraldaily actionspeople
How it's used
Focuses on the act of watching someone depart until they are out of sight. It carries a slightly formal or literary nuance compared to simply saying 望住人走, often implying a sense of lingering care or reluctance to part ways.
Examples
He stood at the door and watched me leave.
Do you need to watch them leave until they get on the vehicle?
Related words
Common phrases
watch someone leave
watch someone's back as they walk away
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, hurried situations where you are just glancing at someone leaving, as the term implies a deliberate, sustained gaze.
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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.
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