zyu2 lik6 gwan1主力軍主力军
Jyutpingzyu2 lik6 gwan1
Yalejyú lihk gwān
Definition
Main force; the core strength or primary group of people driving an endeavor.
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
Originally a military term, this is now frequently used in corporate or organizational settings to describe the core group of people driving a project or business. It carries a sense of reliability and heavy lifting, implying that the success of the endeavor rests largely on their shoulders. While it can be used in a literal sense, it is most often employed to praise or identify the most productive members of a team.
Examples
They are the main force of the company.
Who is responsible for being the main force of this project?
Related words
Common phrases
cultivate the main force
become the main force
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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.
