ceon1 jat6春日
Jyutpingceon1 jat6
Yalechēun yaht
Definition
Spring or springtime.
writtennaturetime
How it's used
Refers to a poetic or literary way to describe the season of spring. It carries a nostalgic or aesthetic tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. Using it in a standard conversation might make you sound like you are reciting a poem or reading from a book.
Examples
The spring sunshine is very comfortable.
Do you like this springtime?
Related words
Common phrases
warm and pleasant spring day
Common mistake
Avoid using this in daily life when talking about the weather or specific dates, as it sounds overly dramatic or archaic. Stick to 春天 for normal communication.
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