ceon1 hon4春寒
Jyutpingceon1 hon4
Yalechēun hòhn
Definition
Spring chill; cold weather during spring.
neutralweather
How it's used
Refers specifically to the lingering cold weather that occurs after the start of spring. It carries a slightly literary or descriptive tone compared to everyday weather talk, often used when the temperature drops unexpectedly after a warm spell. It is common to hear this in news reports or when discussing seasonal health adjustments.
Examples
It's been chilly these past few days, remember to wear an extra layer when you go out.
Don't you think the spring chill has lasted particularly long this year?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe general cold weather in winter, as it is strictly associated with the transition into spring. It is a noun describing the weather condition itself, not an adjective to describe a person feeling cold.
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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.
