fong1 loeng4荒涼荒凉
Jyutpingfong1 loeng4
Yalefōng lèuhng
Definition
Desolate, bleak, or barren; sparsely populated and depressing.
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How it's used
Focuses on the emotional impact of a location rather than just the physical lack of people. It implies a sense of loneliness or abandonment that makes someone feel uneasy or sad. Use it to describe places that feel empty, neglected, or eerie, such as a remote village or a deserted construction site.
Examples
That place is so desolate, I get scared walking past at night.
Why is this place so bleak, there is not even a soul around?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a place that is simply quiet or peaceful, as it carries a strong negative connotation of bleakness or desolation. Do not confuse it with 靜, which is neutral or positive.
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Grammar guides
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