cin4 zau3前奏
Jyutpingcin4 zau3
Yalechìhn jau
Definition
Prelude, overture, or introductory part of a piece of music; also a sign of a future event.
- prelude, overture, or introduction to a piece of music
- figurativeprelude; early sign or indicator of a future event
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How it's used
Beyond its literal musical meaning, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe the initial signs or events that lead up to a larger, often more dramatic situation. It carries a sense of anticipation or warning, suggesting that what is happening now is merely the beginning of something more significant.
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dyun6段dyunhExamples
The prelude of this song has a great atmosphere.
This incident is just a prelude to the big chaos.
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Common phrases
prelude (musical piece)
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
