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Yalesēung kok
Definition
To discuss or deliberate, especially when a consensus has not been reached.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and slightly detached tone, often used to suggest that a proposal or idea is not yet finalized or contains flaws. It is frequently paired with 值得 to imply that something requires further scrutiny or debate before being accepted. Unlike everyday words for talking, it implies a serious, deliberate process of weighing options.
Examples
There are still many parts of this proposal that are worth discussing.
Related words
Common phrases
worth discussing or re-evaluating
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a casual synonym for 傾偈 or 傾. It is far too formal for casual social settings and sounds out of place if used for simple, everyday planning.
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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.
