hyun3絢绚
Jyutpinghyun3
Yalehyun
Definition
Adorned, gorgeous, or variegated.
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How it's used
This character is primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe something visually striking or elaborate. It is rarely heard in everyday spoken Cantonese, where speakers would typically prefer words like 靚 or 華麗. Using it in casual conversation can sound overly poetic or pretentious.
Examples
Her clothes are so gorgeous, they look like they are glowing.
This stage design is so adorned, who came up with it?
Related words
Common phrases
gorgeous and colorful
Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a common adjective, but it is essentially a literary term. Avoid using it to describe simple or everyday objects, as it carries a sense of artistic or ornate beauty that feels out of place in mundane settings.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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