zin3 bou6箭步
Jyutpingzin3 bou6
Yalejin bouh
Definition
A sudden, large stride forward.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in the phrase 一個箭步 to describe a swift, decisive movement. It carries a sense of urgency or agility, often implying that the person is reacting quickly to a situation. While it can describe a literal long step, it is frequently used figuratively to emphasize the speed of an action.
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go3個goExamples
He took a big stride and rushed inside.
Related words
Common phrases
a sudden big stride
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply walking or running. It specifically refers to a single, explosive, and long stride used to cover distance quickly or to dodge something.
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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.
