jim4 dung1嚴冬严冬
Jyutpingjim4 dung1
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Definition
Harsh, bitter, or extremely cold winter.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or literary contexts to describe an exceptionally severe winter. While it can refer to literal weather, it is frequently employed as a metaphor for difficult economic times or personal hardship. It carries a much heavier, more dramatic tone than simply saying 好凍嘅冬天.
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This year's harsh winter is truly bone-chilling.
How did you manage to survive this bitter winter?
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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.
