lin2 jeng4鍊贏炼赢
Jyutpinglin2 jeng4
Yalelín yèhng
Definition
To defeat or outdo an opponent in a competition or contest.
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Originally derived from the context of racing or competitive sports, this verb implies a head to head struggle where one party eventually surpasses the other. It carries a sense of intense effort and active competition rather than just winning by luck. It is frequently used in contexts involving games, sports, or even academic performance where two people are directly pitted against each other.
Examples
He finally defeated his opponent this time.
Do you think he has a chance to beat that champion?
Related words
Common phrases
to defeat an opponent
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general word 贏, which simply means to win. 鍊贏 specifically highlights the process of competing or racing against someone to achieve that victory.
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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.
