cong1凔
Jyutpingcong1
Yalechōng
Definition
Cold.
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How it's used
This character is primarily used in written Cantonese to describe a biting, piercing coldness. While it appears in formal writing, it is also used in colloquial speech to emphasize a sharp drop in temperature or a chilly environment. It carries a more intense connotation than the common word 凍.
Examples
The weather is very cold today, remember to wear an extra layer.
Do you feel like it is very cold in here?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 凍, which is the standard, neutral word for cold. Using 凔 in casual conversation can sound slightly literary or dramatic depending on the context.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
