jat1 ming4 ging1 jan4一鸣惊人
Jyutpingjat1 ming4 ging1 jan4
Yaleyāt mìngh gīng yành

Definition

to gain fame overnight or suddenly

Tone guide

T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level

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