jyun5 mong6遠望远望
Jyutpingjyun5 mong6
Yaleyúhn mohng
Definition
To look into the distance; to gaze afar.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in written or formal contexts, often carrying a poetic or contemplative tone. In everyday spoken Cantonese, people typically use phrases like 望遠啲 or 望過去 instead. It is rarely used as a casual command or instruction in daily life.
Examples
Standing on the rooftop looking into the distance makes me feel better.
What are you looking at? Are you looking out at the seaside?
Related words
Common phrases
looking out at the sea
looking ahead into the distance
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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.
