hou4 hing3豪興豪兴
Jyutpinghou4 hing3
Yalehòuh hing
Definition
Exhilaration or exuberant spirits.
colloquialemotionmoney
How it's used
Describes a state of being in a generous, lively, or high-spirited mood, often manifesting as spending money freely or acting with great enthusiasm. It carries a sense of impulsiveness or a sudden burst of energy that leads to grand gestures. While it can imply generosity, it is distinct from simply being rich, as it focuses on the emotional state of wanting to share or celebrate.
Examples
He is in high spirits today and is treating all his colleagues to dinner.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general happiness, but it specifically carries a connotation of being 'big-hearted' or 'free-spending' in a social context. It is not used to describe a calm or quiet sense of joy.
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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.
