wok6 dak1獲得获得
Jyutpingwok6 dak1
Yalewohk dāk
Definition
To obtain, gain, or achieve.
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this term is rarely used in casual daily speech where 攞到 or 得到 are preferred. It is most commonly encountered in news reports, official announcements, or academic writing. Using it in a relaxed conversation with friends can sound stiff or overly serious.
Examples
How did you obtain this opportunity?
He finally gained everyone's approval.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use this word in everyday contexts where it sounds unnatural, such as saying you obtained a cup of coffee. Stick to 攞到 for physical objects or simple achievements to sound more like a local.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
