ting4 hok6停學停学
Jyutpingting4 hok6
Yaletìhng hohk
Definition
To suspend studies, typically as a disciplinary measure imposed by a school.
neutralschool
How it's used
Refers specifically to a disciplinary action taken by an educational institution rather than a voluntary decision to take a break. It carries a negative connotation of being forced out of the classroom for a period of time. When someone chooses to pause their education voluntarily, terms like 暫停學業 are more appropriate.
Examples
He was suspended from school because his conduct was too poor.
Do you know why he had to stop going to school?
Related words
Common phrases
to be suspended from school
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 輟學, which refers to dropping out of school permanently. 停學 implies a temporary suspension, whereas 輟學 is a complete cessation of one's education.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
