jyun2 cing1婉稱婉称
Jyutpingjyun2 cing1
Yaleyún chīng
Definition
Euphemism; a polite, indirect, or mild expression used in place of a harsher one.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to language used to soften the impact of harsh or unpleasant topics. It is a formal term often found in writing or academic discussions rather than casual speech. When speaking informally, people are more likely to describe the act of using such language by saying 講得好聽啲.
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He used a euphemism to describe this matter.
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Common phrases
to use a euphemism
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
