san4 cuk1神速
Jyutpingsan4 cuk1
Yalesàhn chūk
Definition
Extraordinarily fast; at a speed that is startling or astonishing.
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How it's used
Often used to describe someone who completes tasks with surprising efficiency or speed. While it can be used as a noun, it frequently functions as an adverbial modifier when followed by 咁. It carries a slightly dramatic or hyperbolic tone compared to simply saying 快.
Examples
He works at lightning speed; he finished everything in half an hour.
How were you able to write that report at such an incredible speed?
Related words
Common phrases
speed is the essence of war
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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.
