siu2 si6 jat1 zong1小事一樁小事一桩
Jyutpingsiu2 si6 jat1 zong1
Yalesíu sih yāt jōng
Definition
A piece of cake; a trivial matter that requires very little effort.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Emphasize the ease of a task by using this phrase to dismiss potential worry or gratitude. It carries a slightly casual and confident tone, often used to reassure someone that their request is not a burden. It is most effective when you want to sound helpful and modest at the same time.
Examples
Fixing the computer is a piece of cake for him.
Related words
Common phrases
it is just a small matter
Common mistake
Avoid using this phrase when someone is genuinely distressed or facing a serious problem, as it can sound dismissive or insensitive to their feelings.
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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.
