tai4 ming4提名
Jyutpingtai4 ming4
Yaletàih mìhng
Definition
Nomination; the act of recommending someone for a position, candidacy, or award.
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How it's used
Functions as both a noun and a verb in Cantonese, mirroring its use in formal contexts like elections or award ceremonies. It carries a professional tone and is rarely used in casual, everyday social interactions unless discussing organizational or competitive matters.
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He got a nomination for best actor this year.
Who do you plan to nominate for the competition?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word for casual suggestions or recommendations, as it implies a formal process or official selection. For informal recommendations, use 推薦 instead.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
