zou2 zik1組織组织
Jyutpingzou2 zik1
Yalejóu jīk
Definition
An organization, group, or association of people established to achieve a specific goal.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers primarily to structured groups or formal entities rather than casual gatherings of friends. While it functions as a noun, it can also be used as a verb meaning to arrange or coordinate tasks, similar to the English verb to organise.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
They have established a new organisation.
What does this organisation do?
Related words
Common phrases
charity organisation
non-governmental organisation
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a casual group of people hanging out, as it implies a formal structure or specific purpose. For informal groups, use 團體 or 班人 instead.
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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.
