ting4 zai6停滯停滞
Jyutpingting4 zai6
Yaletìhng jaih
Definition
To stagnate; to stand still without progressing or changing.
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How it's used
Focuses on a lack of movement or development in abstract concepts like progress, growth, or economic conditions. It carries a formal or serious tone, making it more common in news reports or professional discussions than in casual banter between friends.
Examples
The economy has been stagnant for a long time, and everyone is very worried.
If you don't work harder, your progress will stagnate.
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Common phrases
stagnate and make no progress
economic stagnation
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that have stopped moving, such as a car or a person walking; for those, use 停低 or 停落嚟 instead.
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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.
