tung1 tau3通透

Jyutpingtung1 tau3

Yaletūng tau

形容詞Rare

Definition

Thorough, penetrating, or clear in understanding.

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How it's used

Describes a deep, clear, and unobstructed understanding of a complex situation or philosophy. It carries a sense of wisdom or enlightenment, often implying that someone has reached a level of clarity where they are no longer confused by surface appearances. It is frequently used to praise someone's insight or their ability to grasp the essence of a problem.

Examples

keoi5佢tai2睇je5嘢hou2好tung1通tau3透，jat1一ngaan5眼zau6就tai2睇cyun1穿saai3晒。

They see things very thoroughly, they can see right through it at a glance.

nei5你deoi3對le1呢gin2件si6事ge3嘅fan1分sik1析zan1真hai6係hou2好tung1通tau3透。

Your analysis of this matter is truly thorough.

Common phrases

tai2睇dak1得tung1通tau3透

to have a thorough understanding

nam2諗dak1得tung1通tau3透

to think through thoroughly

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with the physical meaning of transparent, which is usually expressed as 透明. While it implies clarity, it is almost exclusively used for abstract concepts like thoughts, logic, or human nature rather than literal glass or objects.