zok3 fung1作風作风
Jyutpingzok3 fung1
Yalejok fūng
Definition
Style of work, behavior, or practice.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the characteristic way someone acts or conducts their affairs, often carrying a slightly formal or evaluative weight. It is frequently used in professional or organizational contexts to describe the culture or habits of a group. While it can apply to individuals, it is less about personal fashion and more about behavioral patterns and decision-making habits.
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zung3種jungExamples
His working style is very rushed, he always needs people to reply immediately.
The management style of this company is very open, the staff like it a lot.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with style in the sense of fashion or aesthetics, which is better translated as 風格. Using 作風 to describe a person's clothing or artistic taste will sound unnatural and overly serious.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
