ceng1 luk6青綠青绿
Jyutpingceng1 luk6
Yalechēng luhk
Definition
Green or greenish-blue; turquoise.
colloquialcolours
How it's used
Refers specifically to a shade that leans towards yellow or turquoise rather than a deep forest green. It is frequently used to describe bright, vibrant, or fresh tones found in nature or fashion. When describing objects, it is almost always paired with 色 to sound natural in conversation.
Examples
Do you like the colour green?
Related words
Common phrases
green colour
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 綠色, which is the general term for green. Using 青綠 to describe something that is clearly a dark or standard green can sound slightly off, as it implies a specific, lighter, or more vivid hue.
Grammar color guide
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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.
