zin2 hoi1展開展开
Jyutpingzin2 hoi1
Yalejín hōi
Definition
To launch, carry out, develop, or begin an activity or investigation.
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How it's used
Focuses on the formal initiation of a process or a large-scale activity. Unlike simple words for starting like 開始, this implies a structured or unfolding progression of events. It is frequently encountered in news reports, official announcements, or professional settings.
Examples
They are preparing to launch a new plan.
When will the investigation actually begin?
Related words
Common phrases
to initiate a discussion
to launch an offensive
Common mistake
Avoid using this for everyday, casual actions like starting a movie or eating dinner. It sounds too grand or bureaucratic for personal, mundane tasks.
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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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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
