dung1 jing4東瀛东瀛
Jyutpingdung1 jing4
Yaledūng yìhng
Definition
An alternative name for Japan.
colloquialplacestravel
How it's used
Literary and slightly poetic in tone, this term is frequently encountered in travel writing, news headlines, or restaurant names to add a sense of elegance. It functions as a stylistic alternative to 日本, which remains the standard term for everyday speech. Using it in casual conversation can sound a bit dramatic or affected, similar to how one might use 'the Orient' in English.
Examples
He is going to travel to Japan next month.
Do you like eating Japanese cuisine?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term in formal or official documents, as it carries a distinct literary flavor that can seem out of place in administrative contexts. It is strictly a noun for the country and cannot be used to describe the Japanese language, which is always 日文.
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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.
