jing4 waan4瀛寰

Jyutpingjing4 waan4

Yaleyìhng wàahn

Definition

Worldwide; universal; the entire world.

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How it's used

This term carries a distinctly literary and slightly archaic tone compared to the common global terms like 全球 or 世界. It is rarely used in casual daily speech and is more likely to appear in formal writing, historical contexts, or when someone wants to sound particularly sophisticated or poetic. Using it in a standard conversation about travel or shopping will sound quite unnatural or overly dramatic.

Examples

keoi5佢heoi3去gwo3過jing4瀛waan4寰gok3各dei6地leoi5旅hang4行。

He has traveled to various places around the world.

le1呢zung3種caan2產ban2品jing4瀛waan4寰dou1都maai5買dak1得dou3到。

This product can be bought all over the world.

Common phrases

jing4瀛waan4寰gok3各dei6地

all corners of the world

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a standard synonym of 世界, but it is not interchangeable in everyday contexts. Avoid using it in casual settings, as it will sound like you are quoting a classical text or trying too hard to be formal.