hin2 jin6顯現显现
Jyutpinghin2 jin6
Yalehín yihn
Definition
To manifest or reveal oneself, or to suddenly appear; often used for spirits or deities.
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How it's used
Reserved almost exclusively for supernatural or mystical contexts, this word carries a heavy, solemn tone. It is rarely used to describe a person simply showing up at a meeting or a physical object appearing in a room. Use 出現 instead for mundane occurrences to avoid sounding overly dramatic or archaic.
Examples
Legend has it that a deity manifests on that mountain.
Did he really see a ghost manifest?
Related words
Common phrases
miracles manifest
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for everyday appearances, such as a friend showing up at a party, which sounds unnatural and overly formal. Stick to 出現 for normal human actions.
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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.
