sing1 zik1升職升职
Jyutpingsing1 zik1
Yalesīng jīk
Definition
To get promoted; to be elevated to a higher position in a company or organization.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of moving up a corporate ladder rather than just a salary increase. It is often used in social contexts to initiate a request for a celebratory meal or drinks from the person who received the good news.
Examples
Congratulations on your promotion, when are you treating us to a meal?
Related words
Common phrases
to get promoted and receive a salary increase
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 加人工, which refers strictly to a salary raise. You can get a promotion without a significant pay bump, or a pay bump without a change in job title.
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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.
