coeng4 wan4祥雲祥云
Jyutpingcoeng4 wan4
Yalechèuhng wàhn
Definition
A lucky cloud; an auspicious cloud often depicted in traditional art.
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How it's used
Refers to a stylized, auspicious cloud motif frequently found in traditional Chinese art, architecture, and embroidery. It carries a strong connotation of good fortune and divine presence rather than being a literal meteorological term. You will often see it as a decorative element on clothing or temple roofs.
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Common phrases
auspicious clouds and lucky vibes
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe actual weather phenomena, as it is strictly a cultural and artistic term for a symbolic, mythical cloud.
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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.
