zau1 dou3週到

Jyutpingzau1 dou3

Yalejāu dou

Definition

Thoughtful, attentive, and considerate.

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How it's used

Focuses on the thoroughness and attention to detail behind a person's actions or planning. It implies that someone has anticipated needs or potential problems before they arise, showing a high level of care. It is frequently used to praise hosts or colleagues who ensure everything runs smoothly.

Examples

keoi5佢zou6做je5嘢hou2好zau1週dou3到，joeng6樣joeng6樣dou1都bong1幫ngo5我nam2諗hou2好saai3晒。

He is very thoughtful in his work; he has everything planned out for me.

nei5你on1安paai4排dak1得gam3咁zau1週dou3到，zan1真hai6係m4唔goi1該saai3晒nei5你aa4呀。

You made such thoughtful arrangements, thank you so much.

Common phrases

ziu1招fu1呼zau1週dou3到

hospitable and attentive

on1安paai4排zau1週dou3到

well-planned and thorough

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 體貼, which specifically refers to being emotionally sensitive or empathetic toward someone's feelings. While 體貼 is about heart and warmth, 週到 is more about competence, logistics, and leaving no stone unturned.