gung6 ming4共鳴共鸣
Jyutpinggung6 ming4
Yaleguhng mìhng
Definition
Sympathy or resonance, sharing the same feeling; or physical resonance.
- resonance; shared feeling or sympathy with someone
- technicalresonance
neutralemotioncommunication
How it's used
Often used to describe a shared emotional connection to art, music, or personal stories. It implies that someone else's experience mirrors your own, creating a sense of being understood. While it can be used in formal contexts, it is very common in casual conversation to express that you relate deeply to a situation.
Examples
This song resonates with many people.
Related words
Common phrases
to evoke resonance
to feel a strong connection
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean general agreement or sympathy, as it specifically refers to an emotional resonance or shared internal experience. It is not used to describe physical resonance in everyday speech, which is usually reserved for technical or academic contexts.
Grammar color guide
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Connector
Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.



