fung2唪
Jyutpingfung2
Yalefúng
Definition
To recite aloud, especially Buddhist or Taoist scriptures.
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How it's used
Primarily used to describe the act of chanting or reciting texts in a rhythmic, repetitive, or monotonous manner, often associated with religious scriptures or memorized lessons. It carries a specific nuance of sound, implying a drone-like quality that distinguishes it from standard reading or speaking. The reduplicated form 唪唪聲 is frequently used to describe the sound of someone reciting something very quickly or fluently, sometimes with a hint of annoyance or mockery.
Examples
He is reciting some scriptures there.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 讀, which is the general term for reading aloud. 唪 specifically emphasizes the repetitive or chanting nature of the recitation, making it inappropriate for casual reading tasks.
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