teoi1 sung4推崇
Jyutpingteoi1 sung4
Yaletēui sùhng
Definition
To esteem, admire, or think highly of.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and intellectual tone, often appearing in written media or academic discussions rather than casual conversation. It implies a sense of admiration based on merit or professional achievement, making it distinct from simple liking or preference.
Examples
He highly esteems the style of this writer.
Which writer do you esteem the most?
Related words
Common phrases
highly esteemed
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual settings to describe friends or family, as it sounds overly academic and stiff. It is reserved for discussing public figures, artistic works, or professional theories.
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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.
