ging6 go1勁歌劲歌
Jyutpingging6 go1
Yalegihng gō
Definition
A powerful, energetic, or upbeat song.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to high energy, upbeat, or powerful tracks that often get people dancing or excited. It is frequently used in the context of Cantopop or pop music charts to describe a hit that has a strong beat or intense emotional impact. The term carries a sense of enthusiasm and is rarely used for slow, melancholic ballads.
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sau2首sáuExamples
This powerful song is really good to listen to!
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general term for a hit song, which is often just called 金曲. Using 勁歌 implies a specific focus on the energy or power of the track rather than just its popularity.
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