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Jyutpingzing1 jyu1
Yalejīng yū
Definition
Proficient in, skilled at, or having a good command of a particular area.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to the more common spoken expression 好叻. It is frequently used in professional or analytical contexts, such as describing someone's expertise in business, strategy, or technical crafts. Using it in casual conversation can make the speaker sound more sophisticated or precise.
Examples
He is very proficient at calculating, he won't lose out.
Are you very skilled at making desserts?
Related words
Common phrases
proficient at calculating
proficient in financial management
Common mistake
Avoid using it for simple physical tasks where 好叻 or 擅長 is more natural. It implies a deeper level of mastery or strategic ability rather than just being able to do something well.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
