zik6席
Jyutpingzik6
Yalejihk
Definition
Seat or post.
- seat
- job; post; office
neutralpeoplework
How it's used
Functions primarily as a formal or literary morpheme rather than a standalone noun in daily speech. It appears most frequently in compound words related to formal settings, such as meetings or official appointments. When referring to a simple chair or place to sit, use 位 or 座位 instead.
Examples
He finally sat back in his seat today.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct substitute for everyday chairs or seats, as it sounds overly formal or archaic in casual conversation. It is best reserved for abstract positions or specific ceremonial contexts.
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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.
