syu6 laap6豎立竖立
Jyutpingsyu6 laap6
Yalesyuh laahp
Definition
To erect, stand, or set something upright vertically.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or written contexts, such as describing statues, monuments, or official signs. In everyday spoken Cantonese, people prefer using simpler verbs like 擺 or 放 to describe placing something in an upright position. It carries a sense of permanence and gravity that makes it sound quite stiff in casual conversation.
Examples
He erected a sign at the entrance.
This sculpture is standing in the center of the park.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for people standing up, but 企 is the correct verb for a person standing. Using 豎立 for a person sounds like they are being treated as a rigid, inanimate object.
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Grammar guides
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