jit6 lyun2熱戀热恋
Jyutpingjit6 lyun2
Yaleyiht lyún
Definition
To be passionately in love; a stage in a relationship where two people share intense romance and sweetness.
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
Describes a specific phase of a relationship characterized by intense infatuation and romantic obsession. Unlike more general terms for love, it implies a temporary, high energy state that often precedes a more stable, long term commitment.
Examples
The two of them are madly in love and always stuck together.
Did you two go on a trip when you were madly in love?
Related words
Common phrases
in the middle of a passionate romance
the honeymoon phase
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a long term, stable marriage or deep platonic affection, as it specifically denotes the passionate, early stage of romantic involvement.
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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.
