jam1 loeng4陰涼阴凉
Jyutpingjam1 loeng4
Yaleyām lèuhng
Definition
Shady and cool; providing shade and feeling pleasantly cool.
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How it's used
Describes a place that is protected from direct sunlight and feels refreshing as a result. It is frequently used when choosing a location for outdoor activities or parking to avoid the intense heat of the Hong Kong sun. The term carries a positive connotation of comfort and relief.
Examples
It is nice and shady here, why don't we sit down and rest?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 涼爽, which refers generally to cool weather or temperature. 陰涼 specifically implies the presence of shade, such as from a tree or a building, as a cause for the coolness.
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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.
