zyun2 ji4轉移转移
Jyutpingzyun2 ji4
Yalejyún yìh
Definition
To transfer, shift, or divert from one place or direction to another.
neutraldaily actionswork
How it's used
Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts when discussing the movement of assets, focus, or responsibility. While it can apply to physical objects, it is more commonly associated with abstract concepts like attention, funds, or blame. It carries a slightly more technical or deliberate tone than simpler verbs like 搬 or 拎.
Examples
He transferred the money to another account.
Don't keep changing the subject.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple physical movement of items between rooms, where 搬 is much more natural. It is also not typically used for changing one's physical location, for which 搬屋 or 去 is preferred.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
