leoi4 jyu5雷雨
Jyutpingleoi4 jyu5
Yalelèuih yúh
Definition
Thunderstorm; weather with both rain and thunder.
neutralweather
How it's used
Thunderstorms in Hong Kong are often associated with the summer season and sudden, heavy downpours. While the term describes the weather phenomenon itself, it is frequently used in weather forecasts or when complaining about travel disruptions caused by the sudden change in conditions.
Measure word
coeng4場chèunghExamples
There was a thunderstorm earlier, and I got soaked.
Be careful when you go out tomorrow, they say there will be thunderstorms.
Related words
Common phrases
thunderstorms and heavy rain
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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.
