bing1 loeng4冰涼冰凉
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Yalebīng lèuhng
Definition
Pleasantly cold or icy, like ice.
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How it's used
Describes a sensation that is not just cold, but refreshing or soothingly chilly. It is frequently used to describe drinks, desserts, or the feeling of a cool breeze on a hot day. Unlike just saying 凍, which is neutral, this carries a positive connotation of relief or comfort.
Examples
Drinking a cold soda in summer is really refreshing.
Why are your hands so ice-cold?
Related words
Common phrases
an icy sensation
refreshingly ice-cold
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe something unpleasantly cold, like a drafty room or a person's cold personality, as it implies a pleasant or refreshing sensation.
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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.
