hyun1圈

Jyutpinghyun1

Yalehyūn

Very common

Definition

A circle, ring, or loop.

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How it's used

Beyond the literal shape, this word is frequently used to describe a social or professional group, similar to the English concept of a circle of friends or an industry circle. It implies a sense of inclusion or boundary, suggesting that those inside share specific interests or status. When used in a business context, it often refers to a particular sector or niche market.

Measure word

go3個go

Examples

keoi5佢喺hai2紙zi2上soeng6面min6畫waa2咗zo2個go3圈。

He drew a circle on the paper.

nei5你gin3見m4唔gin3見dou3到ni1呢go3個hyun1圈aa3呀？

Do you see this circle?

Common phrases

pang4朋jau5友hyun1圈

social circle

waa2畫hyun1圈

to draw a circle

Common mistake

Avoid using this to mean a physical ring worn on a finger, which is specifically called 戒指. Using 圈 for jewelry sounds unnatural and confusing to native speakers.