zung2 syun3總算总算
Jyutpingzung2 syun3
Yalejúng syun
Definition
At long last; finally, after a long time or a lengthy process.
colloquialdaily actionstime
How it's used
Expresses a sense of relief or satisfaction after a period of waiting or effort. It implies that the outcome, while perhaps not perfect, is at least acceptable or meets a minimum expectation. It is often used to signal that a difficult or tedious situation has reached a conclusion.
Examples
After queuing for a whole hour, I finally managed to buy the tickets.
Related words
Common phrases
finally finished
finally breathe a sigh of relief
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 終於, which focuses purely on the passage of time until an event occurs. 總算 carries an additional nuance of evaluating the result as being 'good enough' or 'at least' satisfactory.
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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.
