ji2 mung6綺夢绮梦
Jyutpingji2 mung6
Yaleyí muhng
Definition
A beautiful, romantic, or erotic dream.
- a beautiful and romantic dream
- an erotic or wet dream
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
Originally referring to a beautiful or romantic dream, this term is frequently used in a teasing, lighthearted manner to suggest someone is fantasizing about something unrealistic or overly optimistic. While it can carry an erotic connotation, it is just as common to use it to describe someone who is being naive or overly idealistic about their future prospects.
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Did you have a sweet dream last night? You look so happy.
He is always daydreaming about things like winning the lottery.
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Common phrases
to have a pleasant or romantic dream
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the standard term 春夢, which explicitly refers to an erotic dream. Using 綺夢 is often a softer, more playful way to imply someone is lost in a fantasy, whereas 春夢 is more direct and potentially awkward depending on the social context.
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