zeon6 sam1 zeon6 lik6盡心盡力尽心尽力
Jyutpingzeon6 sam1 zeon6 lik6
Yalejeuhn sām jeuhn lihk
Definition
To do one's utmost; to devote all of one's mind and strength to a task.
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How it's used
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is exceptionally diligent or loyal, especially in a professional or academic setting. It carries a strong sense of sincerity and moral commitment rather than just physical effort. You will frequently hear it used to praise employees or students who go above and beyond their basic responsibilities.
Examples
He has always been very dedicated in his work.
You have done your best to help him, he will remember that.
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Common phrases
to take care of someone with all one's heart
to work with complete dedication
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 盡力, which simply means to try one's best. 盡心盡力 adds the dimension of being wholehearted and mentally invested in the task, making it a much stronger expression of dedication.
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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.
