sai3 hon3細看细看
Jyutpingsai3 hon3
Yalesai hon
Definition
To look at closely; to examine carefully.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
Carries a slightly more formal or literary tone compared to the everyday spoken phrase 睇真啲. It implies a deliberate, focused effort to examine details rather than just a casual glance. Use this when describing an analytical or investigative action, such as checking a document or scrutinizing a piece of evidence.
Examples
Look at this photo carefully, there seems to be someone in the background.
He looked at the contract carefully for a long time before signing it.
Related words
Common phrases
upon closer inspection
Common mistake
Avoid using this in very casual, fast-paced situations where 睇下 or 睇真啲 would be more natural. It can sound slightly stiff or overly dramatic if used to describe looking at something trivial, like checking the time or glancing at a menu.
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Grammar guides
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