ham4 cing4 mak6 mak6含情脈脈含情脉脉
Jyutpingham4 cing4 mak6 mak6
Yalehàhm chìhng mahk mahk
Definition
Full of tender affection, with one's eyes brimming with love.
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How it's used
This idiom is primarily used to describe a gaze or expression that conveys deep affection or romantic interest. It is a literary expression that is often used in a slightly playful or dramatic way when applied to real life situations in Hong Kong. It carries a sense of softness and longing that goes beyond simple attraction.
Examples
She looks at her boyfriend with tender, affectionate eyes.
Why are you looking at me so affectionately?
Related words
Common phrases
to gaze affectionately
an affectionate look
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