seon6 lei5 sing4 zoeng1順理成章顺理成章
Jyutpingseon6 lei5 sing4 zoeng1
Yaleseuhn léih sìhng jēung
Definition
Logical, natural, and reasonable; following as a matter of course.
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How it's used
Describes a progression of events that feels inevitable or logically sound. It implies that given the circumstances, the outcome is the only sensible conclusion. It is often used to justify decisions that might otherwise seem sudden or calculated.
Examples
They have been dating for so long, so getting married is just the natural next step.
gei3既jin4然nei5你dou1都m4唔soeng2想heoi3去，gam3咁ceoi2取siu1消go3個gai3計waak6劃hai6係mai6咪seon6順lei5理sing4成zoeng1章le1呢？
Since you don't want to go anyway, isn't it logical to cancel the plan?
Related words
Common phrases
naturally; in a logical manner
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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.
