ji4 cing4 bit6 lyun2移情別戀移情别恋
Jyutpingji4 cing4 bit6 lyun2
Yaleyìh chìhng biht lyún
Definition
To stop loving someone and fall in love with someone else.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a slightly formal or literary weight despite being used in daily conversation to describe relationship drama. It implies a sense of betrayal or a shift in loyalty rather than just a simple breakup. It is often used in gossip or when discussing the reasons behind a sudden end to a long term relationship.
Examples
They have been dating for so long, why would he/she fall for someone else?
I don't want to be cheated on, so I'm scared of dating.
Related words
Common phrases
easily fall for someone else
miserably cheated on
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe simply losing interest in a hobby or a non romantic object. It is strictly reserved for romantic partners and infidelity or the act of switching affection between people.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
