tou3 jung6套用

Jyutpingtou3 jung6

Yaletou yuhng

動詞Uncommon

Definition

To apply abstract concepts, formulas, or knowledge to a specific situation.

neutralworkdaily actions

How it's used

This term is primarily used in formal or academic contexts when discussing the implementation of abstract concepts, frameworks, or formulas. While it functions as a verb, it often requires a prepositional phrase like 喺...度 or 落去 to specify the target area of application. It carries a slightly more technical nuance than simply using 用.

Examples

ni1呢go3個fong1方faat3法tou3套jung6用lok6落heoi3去wui2會m4唔wui2會hou2好gwaai3怪aa1呀？

Would it be weird if we applied this method?

Common phrases

tou3套jung6用gung1公sik1式

to apply a formula

tou3套jung6用lei5理leon6論

to apply a theory

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with general usage of 用. Remember that 套用 implies fitting an existing model or rule onto a new situation, rather than just using an object or tool.