gik1 dung6激動激动
Jyutpinggik1 dung6
Yalegīk duhng
Definition
Agitated, excited, or emotionally stirred due to a stimulus.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Describes a state of intense emotional agitation, often triggered by a sudden event or strong stimulus. Unlike the English word excited, which can be positive, this term frequently implies a loss of composure or an overreaction that borders on being upset or aggressive. It is commonly used to tell someone to calm down when they are becoming too heated in a discussion.
Examples
You don't need to get so worked up, sit down and talk slowly.
Why did he get so agitated after hearing the news?
Related words
Common phrases
emotionally agitated
so agitated that one cries
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean happy excitement, as it almost always carries a nuance of being emotionally overwhelmed or agitated. For positive excitement, use 興奮 instead.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
