jan1 jan1 oi3 oi3恩恩愛愛恩恩爱爱
Jyutpingjan1 jan1 oi3 oi3
Yaleyān yān oi oi
Definition
To be deeply in love and affectionate, especially between married couples.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This reduplicated four-character idiom carries a warm, positive connotation of harmony and mutual devotion. It is most frequently applied to romantic couples, but can occasionally describe the close, affectionate bond between parents and children. Unlike some formal idioms, it fits naturally into casual conversation when describing a couple's public display of affection or their overall relationship dynamic.
Examples
That couple is always so lovey-dovey.
Seeing them so affectionate makes me really jealous.
Related words
Common phrases
a husband and wife being lovey-dovey
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
