hing1 fan5 zai1興奮劑兴奋剂
Jyutpinghing1 fan5 zai1
Yalehīng fáhn jāi
Definition
Stimulant or psycho-stimulant; a drug that increases central nervous system activity.
neutralhealthother
How it's used
Primarily used in medical, legal, or sports contexts to describe substances that artificially boost bodily functions. While it can refer to prescription medication, it carries a strong negative connotation when associated with doping in professional sports or illicit drug use. It is a technical term rather than a casual word for feeling excited.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
This drug is a potent stimulant, please do not take it casually.
The doctor said they tested positive for stimulants, so they were disqualified.
Related words
Common phrases
to take stimulants
to test positive for stimulants
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 興奮, which simply means excited or thrilled. Using 興奮劑 to describe a person who is hyperactive or energetic is incorrect and sounds like you are accusing them of being on drugs.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
