seon4 suk6純屬纯属
Jyutpingseon4 suk6
Yalesèuhn suhk
Definition
To be purely, solely, or entirely a certain way with no other elements.
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How it's used
Used to emphasize that something is exclusively or entirely of a certain nature, often to dismiss or clarify a situation. It carries a formal or objective tone even in spoken Cantonese, acting as a way to distance the speaker from a claim or to correct a misconception. It frequently appears before negative or critical descriptors like 誤會 or 虛構.
Examples
This matter is purely a misunderstanding, please don't be angry.
What he said is purely nonsense, don't believe it.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it as a direct translation for simply saying 'only' or 'just', but it specifically functions to categorize the nature of an event or statement rather than quantifying an amount.
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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.
