ciu4朝
Jyutpingciu4
Yalechìuh
Definition
To face or move towards a target deemed sacred.
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How it's used
Primarily functions as a bound morpheme in modern Cantonese, almost exclusively appearing in formal or religious contexts. It carries a sense of solemnity and reverence that is absent from common directional verbs like 向. When used in daily life, it is almost always restricted to the specific compound 朝聖.
Examples
They decided to go on a pilgrimage.
When are you going on a pilgrimage?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for the word for morning, which is written as 朝, but pronounced differently in many contexts. Avoid using it as a general directional verb, as it specifically implies a spiritual or highly respectful destination.
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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.
