zing2 hou2整好
Jyutpingzing2 hou2
Yalejíng hóu
Definition
To mend, repair, or restore something back to working condition; to put something back in order.
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How it's used
Focuses on the successful completion of a repair or adjustment, implying that the item is now functional or in its proper state. It is frequently used for both physical objects like appliances and abstract situations like organizing a messy room or a schedule. The resultative aspect marker 咗 is commonly inserted between the components to emphasize that the task is finished.
Examples
The computer is broken, can you help me fix it?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 做好, which refers to completing a task or project. While 整好 implies fixing something that was broken or out of order, 做好 simply means to finish a piece of work.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
