paan1 sing1攀升
Jyutpingpaan1 sing1
Yalepāan sīng
Definition
To climb, rise, or increase.
- to climb or rise from a lower position to a higher position
- to increase or grow, especially of values, quantities, or indices
neutralother
How it's used
Focuses primarily on abstract or statistical increases rather than physical climbing. It is frequently used in news reports or formal discussions regarding economic data, temperature, or market trends. While it implies an upward movement, it carries a sense of continuous or significant growth rather than a simple change in position.
Examples
Property prices have been climbing very quickly this year.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for physical climbing like climbing a tree or a mountain, where 爬 or 攀登 are the standard choices. Using it for a person physically moving upwards sounds unnatural and overly formal.
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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.
