fung1 seon3風信风信
Jyutpingfung1 seon3
Yalefūng seun
Definition
Seasonal wind, or news and rumors.
- seasonal wind
- news; information; rumors
colloquialcommunication
How it's used
Refers primarily to news or information that circulates like the wind, implying it is hearsay or updates passed around. It carries a slightly old-fashioned or literary nuance compared to modern terms like 消息. Use it when you want to sound a bit more evocative or traditional when asking for the latest scoop.
Examples
There has been no news lately, I do not know when he is coming back.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the flower name 風信子, which is a direct translation of hyacinth. Using it to mean literal wind patterns is archaic and will likely confuse modern speakers.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
