beng6病
Jyutpingbeng6
Yalebehng
Definition
Illness, sickness, or disease; a state of abnormal bodily functioning.
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How it's used
Functions as both a verb and an adjective in Cantonese, meaning to be ill or to fall ill. When used as a verb, it often takes the aspect marker 咗 to indicate the onset of the illness. It is frequently paired with 嘅 to describe someone who is currently unwell.
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He has been sick for a few days and finally got better today.
Are you sick? Why is your complexion so poor?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 病 with 痛. While 病 refers to a general state of illness, 痛 specifically refers to a localized sensation of pain, such as a headache or stomachache.
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Grammar guides
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