hung4 zong1紅裝红装
Jyutpinghung4 zong1
Yalehùhng jōng
Definition
Red or colorful feminine attire; a woman in beautiful clothing.
- red or colorful feminine attire; a lady's Sunday best
- literarya young woman in beautiful clothing
colloquialpeopleclothing
How it's used
Carries a slightly classical or literary flair, often evoking the image of a woman in vibrant, traditional, or festive attire. While it can refer to a young woman directly, it is rarely used in casual, modern street slang and sounds more descriptive or poetic. It is most commonly encountered in older literature, period dramas, or formal contexts describing someone's appearance.
Examples
She is dressed up very elegantly today.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a woman in a casual or professional setting, as it can sound overly dramatic or archaic. It is not a standard term for a modern young woman and may be misinterpreted as a reference to traditional wedding attire or stage costumes.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
