zan1 soeng3真相
Jyutpingzan1 soeng3
Yalejān seung
Definition
The truth; the actual facts or circumstances of a situation.
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How it's used
Focuses on the factual reality behind a mystery or a cover-up rather than just simple honesty. It is frequently used in contexts involving investigation, detective work, or uncovering secrets. When the truth finally comes out, it is common to describe the situation as 真相大白.
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What exactly is the truth?
I must find out the truth.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean personal sincerity or honesty, as that is better expressed by words like 真誠 or 真心. It is strictly reserved for objective facts or the underlying reality of an event.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
