zing1 waa4精華精华
Jyutpingzing1 waa4
Yalejīng wàh
Definition
The essence or quintessence; the most vital, select, or highest-quality elements of something.
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How it's used
Often used to describe the most valuable or concentrated part of a larger work, such as a summary of a long lecture or the highlight reel of a sports match. It carries a sense of distillation, implying that the surrounding material is less important or merely filler. While it can refer to abstract concepts, it is frequently applied to media content or intellectual output.
Examples
The best parts of this movie are all in the trailer.
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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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