fung1 hei3風氣风气
Jyutpingfung1 hei3
Yalefūng hei
Definition
The prevailing atmosphere, common practice, or cultural trend of a community.
neutralpeoplework
How it's used
Refers to the prevailing mood or behavioral norms within a specific group or society. It carries a slightly formal weight, often used when discussing whether a trend is beneficial or detrimental to a community. It is frequently paired with adjectives like 好 or 壞 to describe the quality of that environment.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
The work culture in this company is quite poor nowadays.
How can we improve the study culture at school?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the physical weather or the literal air in a room, as it is strictly abstract and social. It is not a synonym for 天氣 or 空氣.
Grammar color guide
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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.
