hip3愜惬
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Yalehip
Definition
To be pleased, satisfied, or comfortable.
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How it's used
This word is almost exclusively used in the compound 愜意 to describe a state of being relaxed, satisfied, or at ease. It carries a slightly literary or refined tone compared to common colloquial words like 舒服. It is frequently used to describe a pleasant environment or a state of mind where one feels completely unburdened.
Examples
The weather is so nice today, it really feels comfortable.
Are you feeling comfortable while resting at home?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb, but it functions primarily as an adjective. It is rarely used as a standalone character in modern spoken Cantonese, so always use it within the compound 愜意.
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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.
