zyu2 zoeng1主張主张

Jyutpingzyu2 zoeng1

Yalejyú jēung

動詞Uncommon

Definition

To propose, advocate, or support an idea or course of action.

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How it's used

While often used in formal or political contexts to mean advocating for a specific policy or ideology, it can also be used in daily life to express a strong personal opinion or suggestion. It carries a slightly more serious or firm tone than simply saying 提議 or 建議. It implies that the speaker has thought through their position and is actively supporting it.

Examples

ngo5我zyu2主zoeng1張daai6大gaa1家jat1一cai4齊heoi3去sik6食faan6飯。

I propose that we all go eat together.

nei5你zyu2主zoeng1張dim2點joeng2樣gaai2解kyut3決le1呢gin2件si6事aa4呀？

How do you propose we solve this matter?

Common phrases

zyu2主zoeng1張goi2改gaak3革

to advocate for reform

zyu2主zoeng1張wo4和ping4平

to advocate for peace

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 建議, but 主張 usually carries more weight and conviction regarding a belief or stance, whereas 建議 is more neutral and often used for simple advice or suggestions.