zi1 lik6資歷资历
Jyutpingzi1 lik6
Yalejī lihk
Definition
Qualifications and work experience.
neutralwork
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the combination of formal credentials and the duration of time spent in a professional field. It is often used when evaluating whether someone is suitable for a promotion or a new role. While it sounds professional, it is frequently used in casual office gossip to discuss whether a colleague is truly qualified for their position.
Examples
With such little experience, how can they be a manager?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 資格, which refers strictly to a formal certification or eligibility. 資歷 implies a broader history of work experience that accumulates over time, whereas 資格 can be a single license or degree.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
