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Definition
Heavy or gloomy, describing a physical weight or a dark, somber feeling.
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How it's used
Describes both physical weight and emotional states, functioning similarly to how heavy is used in English. When referring to colors, it implies a dark or muted tone rather than a bright or vibrant one. It often carries a sense of being weighed down or lacking energy.
Examples
He looks very gloomy today, is something on his mind?
This coat feels very heavy to wear, it is not very comfortable.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe the weight of small objects like a pen or a phone, where 重 is the standard choice. It is better suited for describing the feeling of wearing heavy clothing or the heavy atmosphere of a room.
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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.
