zeon3 jat1 bou6進一步进一步

Jyutpingzeon3 jat1 bou6

Yalejeun yāt bouh

副詞Common

Definition

Further; a step further; to a deeper level.

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How it's used

Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts, this phrase signals a desire to move beyond a current state or level of engagement. It often appears in professional settings, news reports, or serious discussions where one intends to deepen an investigation or analysis. While it functions as an adverb, it is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk.

Examples

ngo5我dei6哋jiu3要zeon3進jat1一bou6步tou2討leon6論le1呢gin2件si6事。

We need to discuss this matter further.

nei5你soeng2想zeon3進jat1一bou6步liu5了gaai2解keoi5佢ge3嘅bui3背ging2景aa4呀？

Do you want to learn more about his background?

Common phrases

zeon3進jat1一bou6步faat3發zin2展

further development

zeon3進jat1一bou6步hang4行dung6動

further action

Common mistake

Learners often use this when they simply mean more, but it specifically implies a progression or a deeper level of action rather than just an increase in quantity. Avoid using it for simple requests like wanting more food or more time, where 更加 or 多啲 is more appropriate.