on1 jat6安逸
Jyutpingon1 jat6
Yaleōn yaht
Definition
Comfortable, peaceful, and easy; describing a stable and carefree life.
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How it's used
Describes a state of being free from worry or physical hardship, often implying a sense of contentment. It is frequently used to describe a lifestyle or a period of time rather than a specific physical object. While it carries a positive connotation of peace, it can sometimes be used critically to suggest a lack of ambition or a desire to avoid challenges.
Examples
His life is very comfortable after retirement.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 舒服, which is more commonly used for physical comfort like a soft chair or pleasant weather. Use 安逸 when referring to a general state of life or a stable, worry-free situation.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
