jyun6 si6炫示
Jyutpingjyun6 si6
Yaleyuhn sih
Definition
To show off, display, or flaunt something in order to gain attention or praise.
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How it's used
炫示 is a formal, literary term that is rarely used in casual spoken Cantonese. Most native speakers prefer using the colloquial phrase 曬命 or the verb 顯擺 when describing someone showing off their possessions or achievements. Using 炫示 in daily conversation will sound overly academic or stiff.
Examples
He is always showing off his luxury purchases on social media.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb, but it carries a distinct written-language tone. It is better to use 曬命 to sound natural in everyday social interactions.
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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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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
