gwok3 naan6國難国难
Jyutpinggwok3 naan6
Yalegwok naahn
Definition
National crisis; a major difficulty or disaster faced by a nation.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to large scale disasters or political upheavals that affect the entire nation. It carries a heavy, serious tone and is rarely used in casual small talk unless discussing major historical events or severe emergencies.
Examples
This national crisis really caused many people to lose their homes.
Facing this national crisis, how can everyone help out?
Related words
Common phrases
to profiteer from a national crisis
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
