tung1 lik6通力

Jyutpingtung1 lik6

Yaletūng lihk

副詞

Definition

With concerted effort; making an effort together.

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How it's used

This term is almost exclusively used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe collective action. It carries a sense of unity and shared purpose that goes beyond simply working together. You will frequently encounter it in official announcements, business proposals, or serious discussions about achieving a common goal.

Examples

daai6大gaa1家tung1通lik6力hap6合zok3作，gin2件si6事hou2好faai3快gaau2搞dim6掂。

With everyone working together, the matter will be settled quickly.

zi2只jiu3要ngo5我dei6哋tung1通lik6力hap6合zok3作，jat1一ding6定ho2可ji5以sing4成gung1功。

As long as we work together with concerted effort, we will definitely succeed.

Common phrases

tung1通lik6力hap6合zok3作

to cooperate with concerted effort

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual, everyday situations like asking a friend to help you move a chair, as it sounds overly stiff and dramatic. It is not a general-purpose word for cooperation but specifically emphasizes the intensity and coordination of the combined effort.