cin1 gwan1 maan6 maa5千軍萬馬千军万马
Jyutpingcin1 gwan1 maan6 maa5
Yalechīn gwān maahn máh
Definition
A large, powerful army; used to describe a massive force, grand scale, or intense battle.
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How it's used
Used primarily as an idiom to describe overwhelming force, intense momentum, or a grand scale of activity. While it literally refers to soldiers and horses, it is frequently applied metaphorically to describe busy crowds, heavy traffic, or even the intense pressure of a deadline or workload.
Examples
The scene was as overwhelming as a massive army.
He was not afraid even when facing a massive army alone.
Related words
Common phrases
momentum like a massive army
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a literal military count in modern contexts, as it is strictly a literary idiom rather than a factual description of troop numbers.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
