koeng5 jan2強忍强忍
Jyutpingkoeng5 jan2
Yalekéuhng yán
Definition
To force oneself to endure or hold back; to make an effort to restrain oneself.
neutralemotiondaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the internal struggle of suppressing a strong urge or physical sensation. It implies a conscious, often painful effort to maintain composure or restraint. Unlike simply waiting or ignoring, it highlights the active exertion required to keep something bottled up.
Examples
He held back his laughter, not daring to make a sound.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 忍受, which is more about enduring a situation or hardship over time, whereas 強忍 specifically emphasizes the active, often momentary effort to suppress an immediate impulse or emotion.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
