leng3 dou3 dam2 jat1 seng1靚到沊一聲靓到沊一声
Jyutpingleng3 dou3 dam2 jat1 seng1
Yaleleng dou dám yāt sēng
Definition
Unbelievably gorgeous; extremely beautiful.
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How it's used
This expression uses the sound of a heavy object dropping into water to emphasize the extreme degree of beauty. It is a vivid, idiomatic way to describe someone or something that is so attractive it makes an immediate, striking impact. It is almost exclusively used for people or high-end fashion items rather than general objects.
Examples
The dress she is wearing today is incredibly gorgeous.
Have you seen that girl? She is truly stunning.
Related words
Common phrases
stunningly beautiful
Common mistake
Do not attempt to use this phrase for things that are merely pretty or nice, as it implies a level of beauty that is almost overwhelming or jaw-dropping. It is also strictly colloquial and should be avoided in formal writing or professional settings.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
