jyu4 ngaa5儒雅

Jyutpingjyu4 ngaa5

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形容詞

Definition

Elegant, refined, and gentle with good manners.

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How it's used

Describes a person who possesses a scholarly, gentle, and sophisticated demeanor. It is often used to compliment men who display a calm and cultured presence rather than a boisterous or aggressive one. While it implies high social standing or education, it is primarily focused on the outward expression of character and manners.

Examples

keoi5佢ping4平si4時gong2講je5嘢hou2好jyu4儒ngaa5雅，hou2好jau5有gaau3教joeng5養。

He speaks in a very refined way and is very well-bred.

nei5你gin3見gwo3過go2嗰wai6位jyu4儒ngaa5雅ge3嘅naam4男si6士mei6未aa4呀？

Have you met that elegant gentleman yet?

Common phrases

wan1溫man4文jyu4儒ngaa5雅

gentle and refined

Common mistake

Avoid using this to describe physical beauty or fashion, as it specifically refers to personality and behavioral traits. It is not a general term for someone who is simply handsome or well-dressed.