tiu4 zit3調節调节
Jyutpingtiu4 zit3
Yaletìuh jit
Definition
To regulate or adjust something to keep it at a specific level.
neutraldaily actionshealth
How it's used
Focuses on maintaining a balance or a steady state rather than just changing something once. It is frequently used in contexts involving biological processes, such as body temperature or emotional states, where the goal is to keep things within a normal range. While it can mean to adjust, it implies a more delicate or ongoing process than the more direct action of 調整.
Examples
The air conditioner needs to have its temperature adjusted to be comfortable.
How do you adjust your daily routine?
Related words
Common phrases
adjust the temperature
regulate one's emotions
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 調整, which is used for more significant structural changes or reorganizing plans. Use 調節 when referring to fine-tuning systems or internal balance, and 調整 when you are changing a schedule, a policy, or a physical arrangement.
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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.
