zan1 sing4真誠真诚
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Definition
Sincere, honest, and earnest; coming from the bottom of one's heart without any pretense.
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How it's used
Expressing genuine sincerity often relies on the adjective 真誠, which carries a weight of moral integrity and lack of pretense. While it can describe a person, it is frequently used to characterize actions or speech that feel authentic rather than performative. It is a more formal and elevated term compared to simply saying someone is 好人.
Examples
He speaks very sincerely, I believe everything he says.
Do you think he is a sincere enough person?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 真誠 with 認真, which means serious or diligent. While a person can be both, 真誠 focuses on the honesty of one's heart, whereas 認真 focuses on the level of effort or focus applied to a task.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
