jyun4 luk1 luk1圓碌碌圆碌碌
Jyutpingjyun4 luk1 luk1
Yaleyùhn lūk lūk
Definition
Round; chubby or plump; circular.
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How it's used
This adjective is an onomatopoeic reduplication used specifically to describe objects or living things that are perfectly, plumply round. It carries a sense of endearment or playfulness, often used when talking about babies, pets, or food items like meatballs. It emphasizes a smooth, rolling quality rather than just a geometric shape.
Examples
The cat is chubby and round, so cute.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe abstract concepts or serious objects, as it sounds inherently cute and informal. It is strictly for physical appearance.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
