ci4 fung1詞鋒词锋
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Definition
The vigor, eloquence, or force of one's speech or writing.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sharpness, incisiveness, or aggressive nature of someone's writing or speech. It is almost exclusively used in formal or literary contexts rather than casual daily conversation. When describing someone who is particularly good at debating or writing biting critiques, this term highlights their intellectual edge.
Examples
His writing style is very sharp, it makes people feel tense.
What do you think of this writer's style?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general writing style like 文筆, but 詞鋒 implies a combative or highly persuasive quality rather than just a descriptive or narrative style.
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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.
