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Definition
Night scenery; the view or atmosphere of the night.
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How it's used
Evokes a more poetic or romantic atmosphere compared to simply saying 夜晚嘅景色. It is frequently used in descriptive writing or when admiring a city skyline, such as the view of Victoria Harbour. Unlike basic nouns, it carries a slightly literary flair that elevates the tone of a conversation.
Measure word
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The night scenery here is really beautiful.
Related words
Common phrases
intoxicating night scenery
charming night scenery
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
