lin4 waan4連環连环
Jyutpinglin4 waan4
Yalelìhn wàahn
Definition
Consecutive, in series, or linked together like a chain of rings.
neutralother
How it's used
Focuses on the idea of a chain reaction or a sequence of events that are closely linked in time or space. It is most frequently used in news reports or formal descriptions of accidents and crimes, rather than in casual conversation about everyday habits.
Examples
They were involved in a pile-up.
A series of strange things have been happening lately.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe simple repetition of an action, such as doing something twice. It specifically implies a chain or a series where one event triggers or follows another immediately.
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Grammar guides
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