zaap6 zung1集中
Jyutpingzaap6 zung1
Yalejaph jūng
Definition
To concentrate; to focus; concentrated
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How it's used
Focusing on a specific task often pairs with the word 精神 to emphasize mental effort. While it describes a state of being attentive, it is frequently used in the negative form 唔集中 to point out a lack of focus or distraction.
Examples
nei5 zou6 je5 go2 zan6 jiu3 zaap6 zung1 di1 aa4
你做嘢嗰陣要集中啲呀。
You need to be more focused when you are working.
keoi5 seng4 jat6 dou1 m4 nang4 gau3 zaap6 zung1 zing1 san4 wan1 syu1
佢成日都唔能夠集中精神溫書。
He is never able to concentrate on studying.
Related words
Common phrases
zaap6 zung1 zing1 san4
集中精神
concentrate one's attention
m4 zaap6 zung1
唔集中
not focused
Common mistake
Avoid using it to mean gathering objects together in a physical sense, as that is better expressed by 聚集 or 集合. It is strictly for mental attention or abstract concentration.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
