tau3 si6透視透视
Jyutpingtau3 si6
Yaletau sih
Definition
To see through, to see thoroughly, or to gain a deep perspective on a situation.
neutraldescriptionscommunication
How it's used
Use this term when describing the ability to perceive underlying motives or complex situations that are not immediately obvious to others. It carries a sense of intellectual depth or intuition, often implying that the person has a sharp, analytical mind. Unlike simply looking at something, it suggests peeling back layers to reach the core reality.
Examples
He saw through the truth of the whole matter at a glance.
How did you manage to see through what he was thinking inside?
Related words
Common phrases
to see through to the truth
to see through the situation
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe literal physical transparency, as that is usually expressed with words like 透明. It is strictly reserved for abstract concepts, human intentions, or complex social dynamics.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
