zau1 cyun4周全
Jyutpingzau1 cyun4
Yalejāu chyùhn
Definition
Carefully thought-out, comprehensive, and well-rounded, without overlooking any aspect.
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How it's used
Describes a plan or consideration that covers all bases and leaves no room for error. It carries a formal and slightly sophisticated tone, often used in professional or serious contexts rather than casual small talk. While it implies thoroughness, it focuses specifically on the quality of being well-rounded and balanced.
Examples
You think very comprehensively, there are absolutely no omissions.
Is this plan comprehensive enough?
Related words
Common phrases
to consider something thoroughly
a comprehensive plan
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects or people, as it is strictly reserved for abstract concepts like plans, arrangements, or ways of thinking. It is not interchangeable with words like 齊全 which refers to a collection of items being complete.
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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.
