zok3 ceot1作出
Jyutpingzok3 ceot1
Yalejok chēut
Definition
To make, carry out, or perform an action; used before a multi-syllable verb.
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How it's used
Functioning as a formal bridge, this verb allows speakers to introduce a multi-syllabic action that follows it. It is rarely used in casual, everyday speech and is primarily reserved for news reports, official announcements, or professional settings. It effectively turns a simple verb into a more structured, bureaucratic-sounding phrase.
Examples
The government decided to provide an explanation for this matter.
Can you provide an explanation for this decision?
Related words
Common phrases
to make a decision
to make a response
to make a contribution
Common mistake
Avoid using this with single-syllable verbs like 食 or 睇, as it sounds unnatural and grammatically incorrect. It is strictly for polysyllabic verbs that describe abstract actions or formal processes.
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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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
