zi2 si6指示
Jyutpingzi2 si6
Yalejí sih
Definition
Instruction, direction, or indication; spoken or signaled guidance on how to do something.
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How it's used
Refers primarily to formal commands or guidance given by a superior in a professional or organizational setting. It carries a sense of authority and is rarely used for casual advice or simple suggestions between friends. When someone provides instructions for a task, it is more common to use the verb phrase 吩咐 or the noun 交代.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word for casual directions or everyday advice, as it sounds overly bureaucratic or stiff. For simple instructions on how to assemble something or use a device, use 說明 or 步驟 instead.
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Grammar guides
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
- Possession (嘅)How to say my, your, and his, and how to link a describing word to a noun, all with the little word 嘅 (ge3).
