on1 cyun4安全
Jyutpingon1 cyun4
Yaleōn chyùhn
Definition
Safe; secure; free from danger, injury, or worry.
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How it's used
While this word is used in both formal and informal contexts, it often carries a slightly more serious or official tone compared to the more casual word 平安. It is frequently used in public service announcements, workplace instructions, and warnings to emphasize the importance of avoiding danger. In daily life, people might prefer to use phrases like 冇問題 or 放心 when describing a situation that is safe or secure.
Examples
It is very safe here, you don't need to worry.
You must pay attention to safety when crossing the road.
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Common mistake
Learners often use this as a direct translation for everything that is 'safe', but it is not used to describe food that is safe to eat, which would be 食得. It also does not mean 'secure' in the sense of a password or a locked door, where 穩陣 is more natural.
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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.
- 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.
