ceoi1 caan3璀璨
Jyutpingceoi1 caan3
Yalechēui chaan
Definition
Bright, dazzling, and resplendent.
writtendescriptions
How it's used
Literary and formal in tone, this word is rarely used in casual daily conversation to describe everyday objects. It is most frequently reserved for describing grand scenes like city skylines, fireworks, or starry nights. Using it to describe something simple like a lightbulb or a clean shirt would sound overly dramatic or unnatural.
Examples
The lights on both sides of Victoria Harbour are so resplendent.
Do you think this resplendent night view is beautiful?
Related words
Common phrases
dazzling and resplendent
resplendent night view
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with common adjectives like 靚 or 光, which are much more versatile. Avoid using it in mundane contexts where a simpler word would be more appropriate.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
