si6 gu3事故
Jyutpingsi6 gu3
Yalesih gu
Definition
An accident, mishap, or unforeseen event causing damage, injury, or loss.
neutralworktransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to incidents that disrupt normal operations or cause damage, often implying a need for investigation or formal reporting. It carries a more serious and objective tone than 意外, which is frequently used for minor, everyday mishaps or personal blunders. Use this term when discussing workplace safety, traffic incidents, or technical failures.
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zung1宗jūngExamples
A serious accident happened here, the road is blocked.
Have you ever encountered any accidents while at work?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe minor personal mistakes or trivial errors, as it implies a level of severity that requires attention or intervention. For small, everyday accidents like dropping a glass, 意外 is the appropriate choice.
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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.
