zik6 hang4直行
Jyutpingzik6 hang4
Yalejihk hàhng
Definition
To walk or go straight, or figuratively, to act uprightly.
- to walk straight; to go straight ahead
- figurativeto act uprightly; to do the right thing
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How it's used
Beyond its literal meaning of moving forward without turning, this term carries a strong moral connotation of integrity. When used in the phrase 直行直正, it describes someone who is straightforward, honest, and follows the rules. It contrasts sharply with people who are considered 蠱惑 or sneaky.
Examples
Just go straight at this intersection and you will see it.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 順便, which means to do something while you are already doing something else. Learners sometimes mistakenly use 直行 to mean 'just go ahead and do it' in a casual sense, but it specifically implies a path or a moral direction.
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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.
