dung6衕同
Jyutpingdung6
Yaleduhng
Definition
Diarrhoea.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of having loose stools or the state of having diarrhoea. It is a very direct and slightly crude term that is mostly used in casual settings among friends or family. Avoid using this in professional or formal medical contexts where 肚瀉 is preferred.
Examples
I have had diarrhoea several times today because of my stomach ache.
Related words
Common phrases
to have diarrhoea until one's legs feel weak
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 肚痛, which simply means stomach ache. One can have 肚痛 without having 衕.
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