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Yalesìhng yìhn
Definition
Indeed; truly; really.
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How it's used
Functions as a formal adverb to express agreement or acknowledgement of a fact. It carries a slightly literary or academic tone that is less common in casual, everyday speech compared to more colloquial alternatives like 其實 or 的確. Use it when you want to sound more deliberate or objective in your assessment.
Examples
Admittedly, this plan does have some risks.
He is truly a very reliable person.
Related words
Common phrases
indeed so
Common mistake
Learners often overuse this in casual conversation where it sounds overly stiff or pretentious. It is better suited for written essays, formal presentations, or serious discussions rather than chatting with friends.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
