zeon3 ji4進而进而

Jyutpingzeon3 ji4

Yalejeun yìh

Definition

And then; and thereby; and in turn

writtenother

How it's used

Functioning as a formal conjunction, this term is primarily used in written Cantonese or formal speech rather than casual conversation. It indicates a logical progression where one action or situation naturally leads to a subsequent result. It is most effective when connecting a cause to a significant, often negative or long-term, consequence.

Examples

keoi5 seng4 jat6 m4 zou6 wan6 dung6 zeon3 ji4 ling6 dou3 san1 tai2 bin3 caa1

佢成日唔做運動，進而令身體變差。

He never exercises, and consequently his health is getting worse.

ni1 go3 gai3 waak6 ho2 ji5 zit3 saang2 sing4 bun2 zeon3 ji4 zang1 gaa1 lei6 jeon6

呢個計劃可以節省成本，進而增加利潤。

This plan can save costs, and thereby increase profits.

Common phrases

zeon3 ji4 jing2 hoeng2

進而影響

thereby affecting

zeon3 ji4 goi2 sin6

進而改善

thereby improving

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual, everyday speech with friends, as it sounds overly academic or stiff. Native speakers would typically use 咁樣或者就會 instead in a relaxed setting.