zung1 gou3忠告
Jyutpingzung1 gou3
Yalejūng gou
Definition
Sincere, serious, and important advice or counsel.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and weighty tone, often implying that the speaker has significant experience or authority. It is rarely used in casual, everyday chatter between friends, where words like 建議 or 提點 are much more common. Use it when the situation is grave or when the advice is intended to prevent a major mistake.
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He won't listen to my serious advice, it's really troublesome.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it for trivial suggestions or casual tips. If you are just telling a friend what movie to watch or where to eat, using this word will sound overly dramatic or even condescending.
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Grammar guides
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