jyun4 gwaa3懸掛悬挂
Jyutpingjyun4 gwaa3
Yaleyùhn gwa
Definition
To hang, suspend, or hoist something in the air.
neutraldaily actionsweather
How it's used
Used primarily in formal or administrative contexts, such as weather warnings or official displays. For casual, everyday actions like hanging clothes or pictures, native speakers almost always prefer using 吊 or 掛 instead. It carries a sense of gravity and permanence that makes it sound slightly stiff in casual conversation.
Examples
The Observatory has hoisted the typhoon signal number three.
Where do you plan to hang this painting?
Related words
Common phrases
to hoist a typhoon signal
to hoist the national flag
Common mistake
Learners often use this for simple household tasks, but it sounds overly formal or even dramatic in those settings. Stick to 掛 for general use to avoid sounding like a news broadcast.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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