si1 fong3施放
Jyutpingsi1 fong3
Yalesī fong
Definition
To fire, discharge, or release.
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How it's used
This term is formal and typically appears in news reports or official announcements regarding public order or large scale events. It carries a sense of controlled, deliberate release, often involving hazardous materials or pyrotechnics. You will rarely hear it used in casual, everyday conversation to describe releasing common items.
Examples
The police fired tear gas at the scene.
When do they plan to set off the fireworks?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for everyday actions like releasing a balloon or letting go of an object, as it sounds overly technical and militaristic. For casual contexts, simply use 放.
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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.
