zi3 ceoi3志趣
Jyutpingzi3 ceoi3
Yaleji cheui
Definition
One's aspirations and interests.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the combination of one's life goals and personal hobbies. It carries a slightly formal or literary weight compared to everyday words like 興趣, making it common in written contexts or when discussing career paths and personal development. It is almost exclusively used in the context of finding people with similar values or choosing a path that aligns with one's passions.
Examples
They have similar interests and aspirations, so they quickly became good friends.
When you look for a job, have you considered your own aspirations and interests?
Related words
Common phrases
like-minded
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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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