zik1 hing3即興即兴
Jyutpingzik1 hing3
Yalejīk hing
Definition
Impromptu; extemporaneous; done on the spur of the moment without prior preparation.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Used to describe actions or events that happen spontaneously without prior planning. It carries a sense of freedom and flexibility, often implying a fun or relaxed atmosphere. It is frequently used when suggesting last minute social activities.
Examples
Shall we go to karaoke tonight on a whim?
He performed an impromptu dance, it was amazing.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with words meaning 'fast' or 'urgent'. It specifically refers to the lack of preparation, not the speed of the action itself.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
