hung4 fan2 fei1 fei1紅粉緋緋红粉绯绯
Jyutpinghung4 fan2 fei1 fei1
Yalehùhng fán fēi fēi
Definition
Rosy-cheeked; having a healthy, red, and glowing complexion.
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How it's used
This expression is primarily used to describe a healthy, glowing complexion, often associated with youth, excitement, or physical exertion. It carries a positive connotation of vitality and attractiveness. While it can describe someone blushing from shyness or romance, it is distinct from being embarrassed or ashamed, which would typically use other phrases.
Examples
Her face is rosy and glowing after she finished running.
You look so rosy and bright today, is there something happy going on?
Related words
Common phrases
complexion is rosy and glowing
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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.
