ceon1 sam1 dung6春心動春心动
Jyutpingceon1 sam1 dung6
Yalechēun sām duhng
Definition
To develop a crush on someone; to be romantically attracted or sexually aroused.
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
Carries a slightly teasing or gossipy tone, often used to point out when someone is visibly smitten or showing signs of romantic interest. It implies a sudden or noticeable shift in behavior, such as acting shy, giggling, or staring, rather than just a quiet feeling of love. While it can refer to sexual arousal, it is more commonly used in casual conversation to describe having a crush or being infatuated.
Examples
She gets all flustered and attracted whenever she sees a handsome guy, it is really funny.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a sweet, suggestive smile
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it can sound overly suggestive or disrespectful. It is strictly for casual talk among friends or peers.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
