sat6 zat1實質实质

Jyutpingsat6 zat1

Yalesaht jāt

名詞Common

Definition

Essence, substance, or core nature of something.

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How it's used

Focuses on the core truth or underlying nature of a situation rather than its superficial appearance. It is often used in analytical or formal discussions to strip away distractions and get to the heart of an issue. While it sounds slightly more formal than everyday speech, it is still commonly used when someone wants to sound serious or logical.

Examples

ni1呢gin2件si6事ge3嘅sat6實zat1質hai6係dim2點joeng2樣㗎？

What is the essence of this matter?

keoi5佢dei6哋gan1根bun2本mou5冇gong2講ceot1出man6問tai4題ge3嘅sat6實zat1質。

They didn't state the essence of the problem at all.

Common phrases

sat6實zat1質noi6內jung4容

substantive content

sat6實zat1質man6問tai4題

the core issue

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 實際, which means practical or reality. Using 實質 when you mean practical is a common error, as 實質 refers to the abstract essence or substance of something, not its feasibility or real-world application.