gam1 san4今晨
Jyutpinggam1 san4
Yalegām sàhn
Definition
This morning.
neutraltime
How it's used
While this term is understood in speech, it carries a slightly formal or journalistic tone compared to the everyday 朝早. You will frequently encounter it in news reports or weather forecasts rather than casual conversation between friends. Using 朝早 or 今日朝早 is almost always more natural in daily life.
Examples
The weather is very comfortable this morning.
Did you have breakfast this morning?
Related words
Common phrases
this morning's weather
Common mistake
Learners often use this in casual settings where it sounds overly stiff or like a news anchor. Stick to 朝早 for normal social interaction to avoid sounding like you are reading a formal announcement.
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Grammar guides
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