hung4 si1雄師雄师
Jyutpinghung4 si1
Yalehùhng sī
Definition
Mighty army; powerful troops.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a powerful, impressive, or valiant military force. While it can be used literally, it is frequently employed in a metaphorical or grandiloquent sense to describe a team or group that is exceptionally strong or dominant in a competitive context.
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zi1支jīExamples
They led a mighty army to go on an expedition.
Related words
Common phrases
a million-strong mighty army
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 雄獅, which means a male lion. They share the same pronunciation, so context is essential to distinguish between a mighty army and a powerful lion.
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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.
