jyu6 naan6遇難遇难
Jyutpingjyu6 naan6
Yaleyuh naahn
Definition
To die in an accident, disaster, or catastrophe.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on death resulting from accidents, natural disasters, or major catastrophes rather than natural causes or illness. It carries a formal and somber tone, often appearing in news reports or official announcements regarding search and rescue operations. Using it to describe a simple death at home would sound highly unnatural and overly dramatic.
Examples
The ship sank, and many people died in the disaster.
It is really tragic that they died while hiking.
Related words
Common phrases
unfortunately died in a disaster
victims of a disaster
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 遇險, which refers to encountering danger or being in a perilous situation without necessarily resulting in death. Someone who is 遇險 might be rescued, whereas 遇難 implies the person has already perished.
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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.
