leoi6 hei3戾氣戾气
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Yaleleuih hei
Definition
An atmosphere or mood of hostility, aggression, or negative energy.
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How it's used
Describes an intangible, heavy, and aggressive vibe that someone radiates or that fills a room. It often implies a sense of hostility or impending conflict rather than just general sadness or bad luck. People use it to describe a person who seems constantly ready to pick a fight or a place that feels oppressive and tense.
Examples
He is always losing his temper, he is full of negative energy.
The atmosphere here is so hostile, let's leave quickly.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general negative emotions like 唔開心 or 憤怒. Unlike those, 戾氣 specifically carries a sense of malice, violence, or a threatening presence that affects others around the person.
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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.
