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Definition
Most; to the highest degree or ranking first.
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How it's used
Functions as a superlative marker that precedes adjectives or verbs denoting mental states. Unlike English where you might add a suffix like est, this is always placed directly before the descriptor. It is frequently used in casual comparisons to highlight a standout quality among a group.
Examples
The food at this shop is the best value.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it with words that already imply a superlative degree, such as 完美, as this creates a redundancy similar to saying most perfect in English.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
