sau1 ding3修訂修订
Jyutpingsau1 ding3
Yalesāu ding
Definition
To revise, amend, or edit a text or document.
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How it's used
Focuses on formal or official changes to documents, laws, or established texts. It implies a structured process of improvement rather than just fixing a typo or casual editing. Use this when discussing professional or academic materials.
Examples
The proposal needs a bit of revision.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual edits to text messages or informal notes, where 改 or 執 is much more natural. It sounds overly stiff and bureaucratic in everyday social settings.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
