gwong1 coi2光彩
Jyutpinggwong1 coi2
Yalegwōng chói
Definition
Glory, honor, or praise from others; also brilliance or splendor.
- glory, honor, or praise from others
- brilliance, splendor, or luster
neutralpeopleemotion
How it's used
Focuses on the social prestige or honour reflected onto someone, often through the achievements of a family member or associate. It implies a sense of pride that is visible to others, distinguishing it from internal feelings of satisfaction. It is frequently used in contexts involving family reputation or public recognition.
Examples
You winning the championship really brings a lot of glory to your family.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical light or brightness, as that is better expressed by words like 光亮 or 光芒. It is strictly reserved for social honour or reputation.
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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.
