cung1 coeng4衷腸衷肠
Jyutpingcung1 coeng4
Yalechūng chèuhng
Definition
Heartfelt emotion, deep feelings, or inner thoughts.
writtenemotioncommunication
How it's used
This term carries a literary and slightly sentimental weight, often used in contexts of deep, private, or intimate conversation. It is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk and instead implies a level of emotional vulnerability or a long-awaited heart-to-heart. You will most frequently encounter it in the phrase 傾訴衷腸, which emphasizes the act of unburdening one's inner thoughts to a trusted person.
Examples
He really wants to pour his heart out, but no one is willing to listen.
Related words
Common phrases
to pour out one's heart
Common mistake
Do not use this word in professional or casual settings, as it sounds overly dramatic or poetic for daily life. It is strictly reserved for emotional, personal, or romantic contexts.
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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.
