leoi4 ting4 maan6 gwan1雷霆萬鈞雷霆万钧
Jyutpingleoi4 ting4 maan6 gwan1
Yalelèuih tìhng maahn gwān
Definition
As powerful as a thunderbolt; possessing irresistible force.
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How it's used
This idiom is primarily used in formal writing or dramatic speech to describe an overwhelming force or a sudden, intense impact. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation because it sounds overly literary and grandiose. When used in speech, it often serves to emphasize the sheer scale or intensity of an event, such as a sports performance or a powerful argument.
Examples
His smash was truly powerful and unstoppable.
The momentum of this match is really overwhelming.
Related words
Common phrases
an overwhelming momentum
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common adjective and try to use it to describe simple physical strength, but it is specifically reserved for situations involving immense, sweeping power or momentum.
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Grammar guides
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