zoi6 mong6在望
Jyutpingzoi6 mong6
Yalejoih mohng
Definition
In sight; within view or within expectation.
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How it's used
Used almost exclusively to describe positive outcomes or goals that are nearing completion. It carries a sense of optimism and relief, often appearing in contexts where someone has been working hard toward a specific result for a long time. Unlike formal written Chinese, it is quite common to hear this in casual conversation when discussing projects, deadlines, or personal milestones.
Examples
Exams are over, holidays are in sight!
Do you think success is in sight for this plan yet?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that are literally visible in the distance. It is strictly for abstract concepts like success, progress, or the end of a difficult period.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
