jit6 tang4 tang4熱騰騰热腾腾
Jyutpingjit6 tang4 tang4
Yaleyiht tàhng tàhng
Definition
Piping hot and steaming, or used to describe a lively, bustling atmosphere.
- steaming hot; piping hot
- lively; bustling; exciting
- emotionally stirred; burning with passion
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How it's used
Beyond describing physical temperature, this term captures a sense of vibrant, bustling energy in a social setting. It implies a positive, lively, and warm environment where people are actively engaged. When used for food, it emphasizes freshness and the immediate appeal of a dish served right out of the oven or steamer.
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Common phrases
lively atmosphere
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a literal high temperature of an object that is not food or a human environment, as it specifically carries a connotation of comfort or excitement.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
