zeon3 cing4進程进程
Jyutpingzeon3 cing4
Yalejeun chìhng
Definition
A process, course, or progression of development and change.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the unfolding or development of an event or project over time. It is used more in formal or professional contexts, such as business reports or academic discussions, rather than in casual daily conversation. For everyday situations, people often prefer using 進度 to talk about how much of a task has been completed.
Examples
The progression of this plan is very slow.
Do you know how far the project's progress has reached?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 進度, which refers to the status or schedule of a task. While 進程 focuses on the overall development or historical flow, 進度 is used when measuring whether you are on track or behind schedule.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
