hing1 faai3輕快轻快
Jyutpinghing1 faai3
Yalehīng faai
Definition
Light and brisk in movement, or lively and light-hearted in mood or music.
- brisk, light, and effortless in movement or pace
- lively, light-hearted, and cheerful
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How it's used
Focuses on a sense of agility and ease, often used to describe music, movement, or a person's mood. It suggests a lack of burden or effort, making it distinct from words that simply mean fast or efficient. You will frequently hear it applied to upbeat melodies or someone walking with a spring in their step.
Examples
Their pace of walking is very brisk.
The rhythm of this song is very lively.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe speed in a mechanical or work-related sense, as it implies a lighthearted or graceful quality rather than just raw velocity.
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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.
