zuk1 seoi2足水
Jyutpingzuk1 seoi2
Yalejūk séui
Definition
To be fully satisfied, content, or complacent.
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How it's used
Carries a nuance of being settled or having enough to feel secure, often implying a lack of ambition or a desire to stop striving. It is frequently used to describe someone who has reached a comfortable state in their career or life and has no further drive to push themselves.
Examples
His job pays well and is stable, he is really content.
Don't be so easily complacent, you need to keep improving.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of having enough water, as the term is strictly metaphorical for emotional or material satisfaction.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
