jan5 jan4 zyu3 muk6引人注目
Jyutpingjan5 jan4 zyu3 muk6
Yaleyáhn yàhn jyu muhk
Definition
To attract people's attention; noticeable, conspicuous, or eye-catching.
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How it's used
Focus on the visual or behavioral aspect of standing out from the crowd. It is often used to describe someone who is intentionally or unintentionally drawing attention through their appearance, actions, or presence. Unlike neutral descriptions of being visible, this term carries a sense of being the center of attention, which can be either positive or negative depending on the context.
Examples
She is wearing neon colors all over, she is so conspicuous.
Why are you making yourself so noticeable?
Related words
Common phrases
very conspicuous
attention-grabbing behavior
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe inanimate objects that are simply easy to see, such as a sign or a landmark. It is primarily reserved for people or their specific behaviors that attract the gaze of others.
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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.
