dyun2 cuk1短促
Jyutpingdyun2 cuk1
Yaledyún chūk
Definition
Short in duration; brief or rapid.
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How it's used
Describes sounds, breaths, or time intervals that feel abrupt or clipped. Unlike general words for short like 短, this carries a sense of suddenness or lack of lingering duration. It is frequently paired with physical sensations or auditory experiences.
Examples
She let out a short, sharp scream.
Why is your reply so brief?
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe physical length or height, as it is strictly reserved for temporal or rhythmic duration. Use 短 for physical objects instead.
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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.
