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Yalegwōng chāang chāang
Definition
Bright and dazzling; very bright.
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How it's used
This is an intensive adjective used specifically to describe intense, often blinding or harsh light. It carries a sense of excess, suggesting the brightness is slightly uncomfortable or overwhelming. It is much more vivid and descriptive than simply saying 好光.
Examples
The room is super bright, I can see everything clearly.
Why did you turn the light on so bright?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this for other types of intensity, but it is strictly reserved for visual brightness. Do not use it to describe loud sounds or strong smells.
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