sai3 zi3細緻细致
Jyutpingsai3 zi3
Yalesai ji
Definition
Delicate, exquisite, and meticulous, paying attention to the finest details.
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How it's used
Focuses on the ability to handle minute details with precision and care. It is frequently applied to artistic work, craftsmanship, or someone's personality when they are thorough and observant. Unlike words describing something small in size, this emphasizes the quality of the process or the intricacy of the result.
Examples
They are very meticulous in their work, noticing even the smallest details.
The craftsmanship of this carving is very exquisite.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 細心, which describes a person's personality trait of being attentive or thoughtful. While a person can be both, 細緻 is more often used to describe the quality of an object or the level of detail in a task.
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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.
