joeng5 soeng1養傷养伤
Jyutpingjoeng5 soeng1
Yaleyéuhng sēung
Definition
To rest and nurse an injury to heal and recover.
colloquialhealthdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the period of convalescence after an injury rather than a general illness. It implies a deliberate choice to step back from physical activity or work to ensure a full recovery. You will often hear it used in professional sports contexts when an athlete is sidelined.
Examples
He hurt his leg and needs to go home to recover.
How much longer do you need to recover before you can go back to work?
Related words
Common phrases
go home to recover from an injury
focus on recovering from an injury
Common mistake
Do not use this for general sickness like a cold or flu, as it specifically refers to physical injuries or wounds. For general illness, use 休息 or 養病 instead.
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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.
