wok6 sing3獲勝获胜
Jyutpingwok6 sing3
Yalewohk sing
Definition
To win or achieve victory.
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How it's used
This term is formal and carries a sense of achievement or official victory, making it sound more like a news report or a formal announcement than everyday speech. In casual conversation, people almost always prefer using 贏 instead. Using 獲勝 in a relaxed setting can sound overly dramatic or stiff.
Examples
Their team successfully won the match today.
Who do you think will win?
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Common mistake
Learners often use this word in casual contexts where 贏 is much more natural. It is best reserved for competitions, elections, or formal debates rather than simple games like card games or casual sports.
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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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