seon4 zing3純正纯正
Jyutpingseon4 zing3
Yalesèuhn jing
Definition
Pure, unadulterated, or of high concentration; standard and authentic.
- pure; unadulterated; having no impurities
- standard, authentic, or native (of language or accent)
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How it's used
Focuses on the quality of being unmixed or authentic, often used for food, drinks, or language proficiency. When describing language, it implies a high level of fluency that matches the standard accent of native speakers. It carries a positive connotation of quality or genuineness.
Examples
This cup of coffee is very pure, it tastes very fragrant.
Their Cantonese is very authentic, it sounds like a local.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 純粹, which means 'purely' or 'merely' in an abstract sense. Use 純正 for physical purity or skill level, and use 純粹 for motivations or reasons.
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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.
