fung1 lik6風力风力
Jyutpingfung1 lik6
Yalefūng lihk
Definition
Wind force, wind strength, or wind power.
- wind force; wind strength
- wind power as an energy source
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical intensity or strength of wind rather than the wind itself. It is frequently used in weather reports or when discussing the impact of typhoons on infrastructure. Unlike general descriptions of wind, it carries a slightly more technical or formal tone despite being used in everyday conversation.
Examples
The Observatory says the wind force will increase today.
How strong do you think the wind is outside right now?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the wind's direction or general presence, as it strictly measures force or power. Use 風 or 風向 for general wind conditions instead.
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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.
