beng6 cung5病重
Jyutpingbeng6 cung5
Yalebehng chúhng
Definition
Seriously or critically ill; close to death.
neutralhealth
How it's used
This term carries a grave and formal tone, often used to describe someone in a life-threatening state. Unlike the common phrase 病得好犀利, which can describe anything from a bad flu to a serious condition, 病重 specifically implies a critical, often terminal, medical situation. It is frequently seen in news reports or formal discussions about a patient's health status.
Examples
He is seriously ill and hospitalized; his condition is not optimistic.
Related words
Common phrases
hospitalized due to critical illness
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe everyday illnesses like a cold or fever, as it sounds overly dramatic and inappropriate. Use 唔舒服 or 病得好犀利 for general sickness instead.
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