fung1 ci4 din6 zai3風馳電掣风驰电掣
Jyutpingfung1 ci4 din6 zai3
Yalefūng chìh dihn jai
Definition
To zoom; to speed along or move at lightning speed, especially when referring to vehicles.
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How it's used
This idiom is almost exclusively reserved for describing vehicles or objects moving at high speed. While it sounds literary in origin, it is frequently used in casual speech to emphasize reckless or impressive speed. It carries a slightly dramatic flair that makes it perfect for complaining about aggressive drivers or describing a thrilling ride.
Examples
The sports car zoomed down the highway and disappeared in a flash.
Don't drive so fast; it's very dangerous.
Related words
Common phrases
driving at a breakneck speed
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe people running or moving on foot, but it sounds unnatural in that context. It is specifically tied to the mechanics of vehicles or high-speed motion.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
