sing1 duk6升讀升读
Jyutpingsing1 duk6
Yalesīng duhk
Definition
To advance to a higher grade or progress to a higher level of education.
neutralschool
How it's used
Formal contexts often favor this term when discussing academic progression or school admissions. It implies a successful transition or advancement rather than just the act of attending school. You will frequently see it used in official school announcements or news reports regarding enrollment statistics.
Examples
He is entering secondary school this year and is very happy.
Which university did your younger brother get into?
Related words
Common phrases
to enter university
to enter secondary school
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simply moving up a grade within the same school if you want to sound casual, as people often just say 升班 or 升上去 instead.
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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.
