tin1 syu1天書天书
Jyutpingtin1 syu1
Yaletīn syū
Definition
An extremely useful and practical guidebook or reference book.
colloquialschoolwork
How it's used
Originally referring to a mythical book from heaven, this term is now used to describe any resource that provides essential, insider knowledge or shortcuts. It is frequently used in academic or professional contexts to describe study guides or manuals that contain all the necessary information to succeed. It implies that the content is highly practical and almost magical in its ability to solve problems.
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bun2本búnExamples
This is my ultimate exam guide; I won't be worried after reading it.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a literal book from heaven, as the term is almost exclusively used metaphorically to describe helpful guides or cheat sheets. It is also not used to describe standard textbooks, which are usually just called 書.
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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.
