sam1 cou3深造
Jyutpingsam1 cou3
Yalesām chou
Definition
To further one's studies, or pursue advanced studies.
neutralschoolwork
How it's used
Focuses specifically on academic or professional advancement at a postgraduate or expert level. It implies a deliberate choice to seek higher mastery in a field rather than just general schooling. While formal in tone, it is frequently used in casual conversation when discussing career paths or life plans.
Examples
He went abroad for advanced studies right after finishing university.
Where are you planning to go for your advanced studies?
Related words
Common phrases
to go abroad for further studies
advanced study course
Common mistake
Do not use this for general schooling or basic education. It is strictly reserved for post-graduate, specialized, or high-level professional training.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
