jim5 jin4儼然俨然
Jyutpingjim5 jin4
Yaleyíhm yìhn
Definition
Just like; as if; seemingly.
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How it's used
Carries a formal or literary tone that makes it stand out in casual speech. It is often used to describe a transformation or a state where something or someone takes on the appearance or authority of something else completely. You will frequently hear it in descriptive writing or slightly dramatic storytelling rather than in everyday small talk.
Examples
After dressing up, he looks just like a big star.
This place has practically turned into his private space.
Related words
Common phrases
brand new look
acting just like the head of the family
Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a simple synonym of 好似, but it implies a much stronger, almost uncanny resemblance or a complete shift in status. Using it to describe minor similarities sounds unnatural and overly grandiose.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
