ting1 ming6聽命听命
Jyutpingting1 ming6
Yaletīng mihng
Definition
To obey commands; to take and follow orders.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
Carries a formal or slightly military tone, often implying a hierarchical structure where one person has authority over another. It is less common in casual daily conversation than 聽話 or 跟住做, which are used for general compliance or following instructions.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
