zyut3 zok3拙作
Jyutpingzyut3 zok3
Yalejyut jok
Definition
My humble work; a self-deprecating term used to refer to one's own writing or creation.
writtenother
How it's used
Employing this term is a classic way to show modesty when presenting your own writing, such as an essay, article, or book, to someone you respect. It functions as a self-deprecating label that immediately signals a formal or polite tone. You will rarely hear it in casual conversation among close friends, as it is reserved for professional or literary contexts.
Measure word
pin1篇pīnExamples
This humble work of mine is not well written, please bear with me.
Related words
Common phrases
to submit one's humble work
to offer corrections on one's humble work
Common mistake
Avoid using this term for non-written works like paintings or music, as it specifically refers to literary or written compositions. Using it for anything other than text can sound confusing or overly pretentious.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
