ping4 sam1 ji4 leon6平心而論平心而论
Jyutpingping4 sam1 ji4 leon6
Yalepìhng sām yìh leuhn
Definition
To speak or judge calmly and fairly; to give someone their due.
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How it's used
Functions as an adverbial phrase to introduce an objective or impartial opinion. It is often used to soften a critique or to defend someone who is being unfairly judged by others. Unlike more casual expressions, it carries a slightly formal tone that suggests the speaker is attempting to rise above personal bias.
Examples
To be fair, he is actually a pretty nice person.
Related words
Common phrases
To be fair, I think
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple adjective, but it must be used as an introductory clause or adverbial phrase. It cannot be used to describe a person directly, such as saying someone is 平心而論.
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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.
