ngou6 si6傲視傲视
Jyutpingngou6 si6
Yalengouh sih
Definition
To stand out, be highly distinguished, or tower above others in a group or place.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of superiority and pride, often implying that someone or something is looking down on others from a position of success. It is typically used in formal or literary contexts, such as in news reports or professional evaluations, rather than in casual daily conversation. When used, it almost always requires an object to specify the group or area being surpassed.
Examples
His skills really stand out among his peers.
How does this company manage to dominate the entire market?
Related words
Common phrases
to stand out among peers
to be the best in the world
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple synonym of 'good' or 'excellent', but it specifically implies a competitive edge where one is clearly superior to others. Using it to describe a simple personal achievement or a minor task will sound overly dramatic or unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
