zung1 sam1忠心
Jyutpingzung1 sam1
Yalejūng sām
Definition
Loyal, devoted, or faithful to a person or organization.
neutralpeopleanimals
How it's used
Focuses on the internal state of sincerity and unwavering commitment rather than just external obedience. While often used for pets, applying it to people implies a deep, almost moral dedication that goes beyond just doing one's job well.
Examples
He is very loyal to his boss and has worked there for many years.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 誠實, which means honest or truthful. Being loyal involves staying by someone's side through thick and thin, whereas being honest simply means not telling lies.
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Grammar guides
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