daan1 lyun2單戀单恋
Jyutpingdaan1 lyun2
Yaledāan lyún
Definition
To be in unrequited love; to love someone one-sidedly.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the one-sided nature of the affection, often implying a sense of longing or persistence. It is frequently used to describe a state of mind rather than a single action, which is why it often appears with aspect markers like 咗 or 緊 to show duration.
Examples
He has been in unrequited love with a classmate for a long time.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a crush on someone
unrequited love is painful
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a mutual relationship or a simple crush that is not necessarily unrequited. It carries a slightly heavier, more melancholic tone than just having a crush.
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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.
