paai4 ceoi4排除
Jyutpingpaai4 ceoi4
Yalepàaih chèuih
Definition
To eliminate, remove, get rid of, or rule out.
neutraldaily actionsother
How it's used
Often used in formal or analytical contexts when discussing logic, troubleshooting, or strategic planning. While it shares the meaning of removing something, it carries a more intellectual or systematic nuance than simply throwing something away.
Examples
We need to rule out all possibilities before we can find the answer.
He overcame many difficulties to complete this project.
Related words
Common phrases
to overcome all difficulties
to purge dissidents
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 拋棄, which specifically means to abandon or discard an object or person. Use 排除 when you are filtering out options or overcoming abstract obstacles rather than physically tossing items into the trash.
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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.
