gik1 joeng4激揚激扬
Jyutpinggik1 joeng4
Yalegīk yèuhng
Definition
To arouse, stimulate, or evoke emotion and enthusiasm.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or literary contexts to describe the act of stirring up emotions or high spirits. It is rarely heard in casual daily chatter, where speakers would prefer more direct verbs like 鼓勵 or 刺激. The term carries a sense of grandness or intensity that makes it suitable for speeches or writing about motivation.
Examples
His speech is very inspiring.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 激氣, which means to be infuriated or annoyed. While both start with 激, they are opposites in sentiment, as 激揚 is positive and uplifting, whereas 激氣 is negative and frustrating.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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