zan2縝缜

Jyutpingzan2

Yaleján

Definition

Fine and dense, or closely woven.

writtendescriptions

How it's used

Primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe something with a tight, compact structure. While it can describe physical objects like fabric, it is most frequently applied to abstract concepts like logic, planning, or thought processes. It carries a sense of precision and lack of gaps.

Examples

le1呢faai3塊bou3布zat1質dei2地hou2好can2縝mat6密。

The texture of this fabric is very dense.

keoi5佢nam2諗je5嘢hou2好can2縝mat6密，m4唔wui2會ceot1出co3錯。

He thinks very carefully and thoroughly, so he won't make mistakes.

Common phrases

can2縝mat6密si1思haau2考

careful and thorough thinking

sam1心si1思can2縝mat6密

meticulous and thoughtful

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 緊密, which is more commonly used for abstract relationships or connections. Using 縝 in casual daily conversation can sound overly formal or even slightly archaic.