laan6 jung4 jung4爛蓉蓉烂蓉蓉
Jyutpinglaan6 jung4 jung4
Yalelaahn yùhng yùhng
Definition
Tattered, ragged, or completely shredded.
colloquialdescriptionsclothing
How it's used
This reduplicated adjective carries a strong sense of visual decay or extreme wear and tear. It is specifically used for soft materials like fabric, paper, or even food that has been mashed into a pulp. The sound of the word itself mimics the messiness of the object being described.
Examples
His socks are all tattered, go buy a new pair quickly.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for hard objects like broken glass or damaged furniture, as it specifically implies a soft or fibrous texture that has been shredded or disintegrated.
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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.
