jing2 hoeng2影響影响
Jyutpingjing2 hoeng2
Yaleyíng héung
Definition
To influence, affect, or exert an effect on something to cause a change.
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How it's used
Use this word when discussing a significant or noticeable change caused by an external factor. It is versatile and functions as both a verb and a noun, similar to the English usage of affect and influence. In casual speech, it is often paired with 到 to emphasize the result of the impact.
Examples
The weather affects our mood to a great extent.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 感染, which specifically refers to emotional influence or the spread of a feeling or habit, whereas 影響 is much broader and can apply to physical, abstract, or negative situations.
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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.
