hei3 dou6 bat1 faan4氣度不凡气度不凡
Jyutpinghei3 dou6 bat1 faan4
Yalehei douh bāt fàahn
Definition
To have an extraordinary bearing, presence, or tolerance.
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How it's used
This idiom describes someone who possesses a broad mind and a calm, dignified demeanor, especially when dealing with conflict or provocation. It implies a sense of maturity and grace that commands respect from others. While it sounds slightly formal, it is frequently used to praise someone's character in a sincere and appreciative manner.
Examples
He is a person of extraordinary tolerance and rarely nitpicks with others.
Have you ever seen a boss with such extraordinary tolerance as him?
Related words
Common phrases
a person of extraordinary tolerance
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a description of physical appearance or style, but it specifically refers to internal character and emotional composure. Do not use it to describe someone who is simply well-dressed or fashionable.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
