zing2 tai2整體整体
Jyutpingzing2 tai2
Yalejíng tái
Definition
Entirety or whole; a complete unit or group formed by multiple individual parts.
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How it's used
Refers to a collection or system viewed as a single unit rather than just the sum of its parts. It is frequently used in formal or analytical contexts, such as discussing business strategy, urban planning, or artistic composition. While it functions as a noun, it often appears in descriptive phrases to emphasize the complete scope of a situation.
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go3個goExamples
Is the overall effect of this plan good?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that are simply 'complete' or 'intact', as that is better expressed by 完整. It is specifically for conceptual wholes or systems, not for individual items that are unbroken.
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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.
