ging1 sam1 dung6 paak3驚心動魄惊心动魄
Jyutpingging1 sam1 dung6 paak3
Yalegīng sām duhng paak
Definition
Thrilling, tense, or deeply shocking.
neutraldescriptionsemotion
How it's used
Describes experiences that are intense, suspenseful, or frightening enough to leave a lasting impression on one's nerves. It is frequently used to describe action movies, extreme sports, or dangerous real-life situations. Unlike simple words for fear, it carries a sense of dramatic scale and excitement.
Examples
That car race was truly thrilling, it made my heart race.
Is that roller coaster you rode really heart-stopping?
Related words
Common phrases
a thrilling scene
a heart-stopping process
Common mistake
Avoid using this for minor inconveniences or small worries, as it implies a high level of intensity that borders on physical shock or extreme adrenaline.
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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.
