ce2 haa1扯哈
Jyutpingce2 haa1
Yaleché hā
Definition
To wheeze or gasp for breath.
colloquialhealthbody
How it's used
This term is a vivid, descriptive way to refer to the wheezing sound associated with asthma. It is rarely used in clinical or formal medical settings, where the loanword 哮喘 is preferred. Using this term implies a more casual or personal description of the physical sensation of struggling to breathe.
Examples
He gets asthma whenever the weather changes, it is very tough.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in a formal medical context or when speaking to a doctor, as it sounds overly informal and lacks the precision of 哮喘.
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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.
