fei1 soeng4非常
Jyutpingfei1 soeng4
Yalefēi sèuhng
Definition
Very; extremely; unusually.
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How it's used
Carries a more formal or emphatic tone compared to the ubiquitous 好. It is frequently used in professional settings, news reports, or when someone wants to stress the intensity of a situation. While perfectly acceptable in speech, using it too often in casual conversation can make you sound slightly stiff or overly serious.
Examples
His performance today was extremely outstanding.
Do you think this plan is extremely dangerous?
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Common mistake
Learners often overuse it as a direct substitute for 好. In everyday casual speech, native speakers almost always prefer 好 or 幾 to express degree, reserving 非常 for when they truly need to emphasize that something is beyond the ordinary.
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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.
