zik1 gik6 caam1 jyu6積極參與积极参与
Jyutpingzik1 gik6 caam1 jyu6
Yalejīk gihk chāam yuh
Definition
Active participation; to participate actively.
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How it's used
This phrase is a formal collocation often used in professional or academic settings to describe someone who is proactive and engaged. While it is a four-character structure, it functions as a verb phrase in sentences. It carries a positive connotation of enthusiasm and dedication toward a task or group goal.
Examples
He participates actively in school activities.
Why aren't you actively participating in the discussion?
Related words
Common phrases
actively participate in the discussion
actively participate in activities
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a noun phrase, but it functions as a verb. Avoid using it as a direct translation for the noun "active participation" in all contexts, as it requires a subject to perform the action.
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Grammar guides
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