zaan3 soeng2讚賞赞赏
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Definition
Words of praise, appreciation, or compliment for someone's actions or talents.
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How it's used
Focuses on the formal recognition of someone's merit or performance rather than casual flattery. While often used as a noun, it functions effectively as a verb in professional or evaluative contexts. It carries a sense of weight and sincerity that makes it sound more substantial than simply saying someone did well.
Examples
He rarely gives compliments, you really did a great job this time.
Do you think this design is worthy of appreciation?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday situations where you are just saying something nice to a friend, as it can sound overly formal or academic. Use 讚 or 讚下 instead for informal praise.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
