heng1 liu1 liu1輕寥寥轻寥寥
Jyutpingheng1 liu1 liu1
Yalehēng līu līu
Definition
Extremely light in weight; imponderable.
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How it's used
Emphasis is added by the reduplication of the second character, creating a vivid sense of extreme lightness. It is almost exclusively used for physical objects that weigh significantly less than expected. The tone is informal and observational, often used when picking up a package or bag to express surprise at its lack of weight.
Examples
This bag is super light, there probably isn't anything inside.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe abstract concepts like lightheartedness or light colors, as it is strictly reserved for physical weight. It is not interchangeable with 輕便, which describes something that is convenient or portable.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
