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Yaletóh sihn
Definition
Proper, well-arranged, and prepared meticulously.
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How it's used
This word carries a formal and professional tone, often appearing in business settings, news reports, or official communications. It implies a sense of thoroughness and reliability, suggesting that a task has been completed with careful foresight to avoid future problems. While it is a standard term, it sounds slightly stiff in casual, everyday conversation between close friends.
Examples
This matter must be handled properly.
You arranged it very well, no need to worry.
Related words
Common phrases
to handle properly
to make appropriate arrangements
Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a general adjective like 好, but it specifically describes the quality of a process or arrangement rather than the state of an object or a person's character.
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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.
