tau4 tau4 si6 dou6頭頭是道头头是道
Jyutpingtau4 tau4 si6 dou6
Yaletàuh tàuh sih douh
Definition
Clear, logical, and orderly, especially in speech or explanation.
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How it's used
This idiom describes someone who presents arguments or explanations in a highly structured, convincing, and logical way. It is often used to praise a speaker's eloquence, but it can also carry a hint of suspicion when someone is being overly persuasive or manipulative. It functions as a descriptive phrase that typically follows the verb 講 or the particle 得.
Examples
He speaks so logically and clearly when explaining things, he is really impressive.
How can you explain the matter so clearly and logically?
Related words
Common phrases
to speak in a clear and logical manner
to analyze something very logically
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a noun phrase, but it is strictly an adjective or adverbial phrase used to describe the quality of speech. Do not use it to describe the content itself as being logical, but rather the act of explaining or presenting that content.
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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.
