seng4 jat6成日
Jyutpingseng4 jat6
Yalesèhng yaht
Definition
Always; all the time; very often.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly negative or complaining tone when describing someone else's behavior, implying that the frequency is excessive or annoying. It is rarely used to describe positive or neutral habits in a formal context. Use it to emphasize that an action happens far more often than it should.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a single, specific event that happened in the past, as it specifically refers to recurring habits or frequent states. It is not interchangeable with the Mandarin word 總是, which can be used in more neutral or positive contexts.
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Grammar guides
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