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Jyutpingham6 dung6
Yalehahm duhng
Definition
To shake, vibrate, or rock; to move or affect deeply.
- to shake, vibrate, or rock physically
- figurativeto shake or move emotionally or mentally; to affect deeply
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How it's used
Focuses on a profound or metaphorical impact rather than physical movement. It often describes how significant events or strong arguments disrupt established beliefs, social structures, or emotional states. Use it when something causes a deep, unsettling change in the status quo.
Examples
Did his decision shake your way of thinking?
Related words
Common phrases
to move or shake someone's heart
to shake someone's position
Common mistake
Avoid using this for literal physical shaking, such as shaking a bottle or a table, as that would require words like 搖.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
