jing4熒荧
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Yaleyìhng
Definition
To glimmer, twinkle, or shine faintly; to be dazzled and confused.
- literaryto glimmer; to twinkle; to shine faintly
- literaryto be dazzled and confused
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How it's used
Primarily used to describe light that is faint, flickering, or phosphorescent, such as the glow of fireflies or neon signs. It carries a sense of visual instability, often implying that the light is distracting or makes it hard to focus. When used to describe a person's state, it suggests being overwhelmed or dazed by bright or confusing visual stimuli.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 螢, which specifically refers to fireflies. While 熒 is the root for many light-related characters, it is rarely used as a standalone verb in modern spoken Cantonese, appearing mostly in descriptive compounds or specific contexts involving light.
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Grammar guides
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