dyut6 hong1 ji4 ceot1奪眶而出夺眶而出
Jyutpingdyut6 hong1 ji4 ceot1
Yaledyuht hōng yìh chēut
Definition
To burst into tears; for tears to flow uncontrollably from the eyes.
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How it's used
This is a literary idiom that describes a sudden, uncontrollable release of tears. While it is common in written Chinese, using it in casual spoken Cantonese can sound overly dramatic or poetic. It is best reserved for storytelling or describing intense emotional moments.
Examples
Hearing this news, her tears welled up and streamed down her face.
Related words
Common phrases
tears stream down one's face
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for crying, but it specifically emphasizes the suddenness and physical force of tears escaping the eyes. It is not used for simple sobbing or weeping.
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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.
