zyu3 zok3著作
Jyutpingzyu3 zok3
Yalejyu jok
Definition
A literary or written work; a book or publication.
writtenwork
How it's used
This term is formal and typically reserved for scholarly, literary, or significant creative works. Using it to describe casual writing or a simple novel can sound overly pretentious or stiff. In everyday speech, people usually prefer using 書 or 作品 instead.
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bun2本búnExamples
He has written many academic works.
This publication is truly profound.
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Common mistake
Learners often use this word for any type of writing, but it specifically implies a published or formal work of intellectual value. It is not appropriate for everyday documents like emails or notes.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
