zing6 zing6 dei6/ dei2靜靜地静静地
Jyutpingzing6 zing6 dei6/ dei2
Yalejingh jingh dei6/ déi
Definition
Dei2}
colloquialdaily actionsdescriptions
How it's used
Often used to instruct someone to remain silent or to act without drawing attention to themselves. It carries a sense of secrecy or stealth when describing an action performed without making noise or letting others know. Unlike the simple adjective 靜, this adverbial form emphasizes the manner of the action.
Examples
keoi5 dei6 zing6 zing6 dei6/ dei2 zau2 zo2 heoi3 bin1 aa4
佢哋靜靜地走咗去邊呀？
Where did they sneak off to quietly?
Related words
Common phrases
zing6 zing6 dei6/ dei2 co5
靜靜地坐
sit quietly
zing6 zing6 dei6/ dei2 zau2
靜靜地走
sneak away
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the adjective 靜. Remember that 靜靜地 functions as an adverb to modify how an action is performed, whereas 靜 describes the state of a place or person.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
