Cantonese words starting with S

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To ascend to heaven, or used as a euphemism for passing away.

Galvanized iron.

To denounce; to condemn.

Nebula; a cosmic cloud of gas and dust visible in the night sky.

Astrological fortune or horoscope.

To voice or show support for a cause, group, or individual; to express solidarity.

Interstellar; of or relating to the space between stars.

An alternative name for Singapore.

sing1 zau1 caau2 mai5

Singapore-style stir-fried rice vermicelli, typically prepared with char siu, shrimp, and chicken.

To get promoted; to be elevated to a higher position in a company or organization.

sing1 zin2 ngan4 hong4

星展銀行星展银行

DBS Bank, a Singaporean multinational banking and financial services corporation.

Constellation, or a star sign in astrology based on birth date.

Smart, clever, perceptive, or resourceful.

To be alert and watch one's step to avoid negative consequences.

sing2 ding6 di1

To wake up, stay sharp, and pay close attention; usually said as a warning or reminder.

Light-sleeping; easily woken up from sleep.

To realize, awaken, or become aware of one's past mistakes and confusion.

To suddenly remember, recall, or have something come to mind.

Eye-catching; easily noticeable.

sing2 muk6 zai2

An ironic term for a dim-witted or clumsy person who fails at basic tasks.

A phrase used when giving someone a small gift or favor, meaning "just for you" or "especially for you".

To realize the truth, see one's error, or suddenly become clear about something previously misunderstood.

Smart, clever, alert, or quick-witted.

Smart, clever, and quick-witted; or used to warn someone to be sharp and alert.

To perk up, brighten up, or refresh oneself to become alert.

Smart, alert, and cautious; quick to adapt and react to a situation.

The traditional southern Chinese lion used in lion dance performances.

sing2 sing2 ding6 ding6

To stay alert, pay attention, and avoid making mistakes.

sing2 siu2 siu2

An admonition to be more alert, careful, or mindful in order to avoid making mistakes.

Appetizing; stimulating the appetite.

Surname, last name, or family name.

Holy, sacred, or religiously supreme and recognized.

sing3 baai6 naai5 bing1 gaa1 soeng4 si6

勝敗乃兵家常事胜败乃兵家常事

Victory and defeat are both common in battle; win some, lose some.

sing3 bat1 giu1 ，baai6 bat1 neoi5

勝不驕，敗不餒胜不骄，败不馁

Not conceited in victory, nor discouraged by defeat; handling success and failure with equanimity.

Sexually transmitted disease (STD); sexually transmitted infection.

聖保羅圣保罗

São Paulo, a city in Brazil, or Saint Paul, the Christian apostle.

sing3 cam1 faan6

Sexual abuse or sexual assault.

sing3 ceoi2 hoeng3

Sexual orientation.

To win, gain a victory, or defeat one's rival.

Temperament, character, or disposition.

Christmas; the Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.

sing3 daan3 faa1

聖誕花圣诞花

Poinsettia; a plant with alternating red and green leaves used as a Christmas decoration.

sing3 daan3 gat1

聖誕咭圣诞咭

sing3 daan3 go1

聖誕歌圣诞歌

Christmas song or carol.

sing3 daan3 lai5 mat6

聖誕禮物圣诞礼物

Christmas gift; Christmas present.

sing3 daan3 lou5 jan4

聖誕老人圣诞老人

Santa Claus; Father Christmas, a legendary figure who brings gifts to children on Christmas Eve.

sing3 daan3 mou2

聖誕帽圣诞帽

Santa hat; Christmas hat.

sing3 daan3 syu6

聖誕樹圣诞树

Christmas tree, typically an evergreen decorated for the holidays.