hou2 guk6好焗
Jyutpinghou2 guk6
Yalehóu guhk
Definition
Very hot and stuffy; poorly ventilated.
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How it's used
Describes an environment where air circulation is poor, often leading to a feeling of being trapped or suffocated. It is frequently used to describe the weather right before a thunderstorm, when the humidity is high and there is no breeze. Unlike general terms for hot, this specifically highlights the lack of ventilation.
Examples
The weather is so stuffy today, it feels like it's about to rain.
Related words
Common phrases
so stuffy that one starts sweating
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 焗 as a cooking method, which means to bake or braise. While the character is the same, the context of weather or air quality makes the meaning clear.
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