caam2 cing4慘情惨情
Jyutpingcaam2 cing4
Yalecháam chìhng
Definition
Miserable, tragic, or pitiful.
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How it's used
Describes situations or stories that evoke pity or sadness, often used to critique someone for being overly dramatic or self-pitying. It is most frequently paired with music or films to categorize the emotional tone of the content. When applied to a person, it suggests they are dwelling on their misfortune in a way that feels performative.
Examples
He recently had a breakup and is always listening to sad songs.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person who is simply having a bad day, as it implies a deeper, more dramatic sense of tragedy. It is not used to describe physical pain or injury, which would be better expressed as 痛 or 辛苦.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
