fung1 hei2 wan4 jung2風起雲湧风起云涌
Jyutpingfung1 hei2 wan4 jung2
Yalefūng héi wàhn yúng
Definition
Turbulent, roiling, or gathering in a vast and powerful momentum.
- surging; boiling; gathering in great momentum or intensity
- rough; roiling; stormy
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How it's used
Originally a literary idiom describing dramatic weather, it is now frequently used to describe high-stakes situations like political shifts or intense market competition. It carries a sense of impending change or overwhelming force that is beyond individual control. When used for weather, it specifically highlights the turbulent, chaotic nature of the elements rather than just strong wind.
Examples
The market was extremely volatile back then, and many people lost money.
Related words
Common phrases
the situation is turbulent and rapidly changing
an era of great upheaval
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple excitement or busy crowds, as it implies a sense of turbulence, danger, or a massive, uncontrollable shift in circumstances.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
