bat1 ging2不景
Jyutpingbat1 ging2
Yalebāt gíng
Definition
Depressed, in recession, or having a gloomy outlook (of economy and business).
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the negative state of an economy or a business sector rather than personal misfortune. It carries a sense of stagnation or a downward trend that affects a whole industry or the broader market. While it can be used as a standalone adjective, it is frequently paired with 經濟 to clarify the scope of the downturn.
Examples
Business has been really poor lately, many shops have closed down.
With the economy so depressed, are you still thinking of changing jobs?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe personal sadness or a bad mood, as it is strictly reserved for financial or economic contexts. Use 唔開心 or 頹廢 instead for emotional states.
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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.
