san1 ji3 si1新意思
Jyutpingsan1 ji3 si1
Yalesān yi sī
Definition
A new idea, novelty, or new meaning.
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How it's used
Focus on the creative or refreshing aspect of an idea rather than just a novel concept. It often implies a clever twist or a unique angle that makes something more interesting than before. Use it when evaluating whether a project or a person's contribution brings something original to the table.
Examples
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean a brand new invention or a revolutionary discovery, as it is more about a fresh take or a creative spin on existing matters.
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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.
