zoeng1章
Jyutpingzoeng1
Yalejēung
Definition
Order, orderliness, or systematic arrangement. Also refers to rules, regulations, or chapters.
- order; orderliness; systematic structure
- rules; regulations; constitution
neutralother
How it's used
Focuses on the structural integrity or systematic nature of a process rather than just a simple list of rules. It often appears in negative constructions to describe things that lack a clear plan or logical flow. When used in formal contexts, it leans towards legal or administrative regulations, but in daily speech, it is almost exclusively tied to the concept of having a method or a system.
Examples
He works in a very orderly way, so no one needs to worry.
This matter has become completely chaotic, how are we going to fix it?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the character for a chapter in a book, which is also written as 章. In the context of orderliness, it is almost always used in compound words like 章法 or 雜亂無章 rather than as a standalone noun.
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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.
