ling4 se3靈舍灵舍
Jyutpingling4 se3
Yalelìhng se
Definition
Extraordinarily; especially; particularly.
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How it's used
Use this word to highlight that something is happening in a way that deviates from the norm or expectation. It carries a slightly subjective tone, often implying that the speaker has noticed a specific, unusual change in the environment or someone's behavior. It is essentially a more expressive, colloquial alternative to 特登 or 特別.
Examples
There are unusually many mosquitoes today, is it because it rained?
Related words
Common phrases
extraordinarily sharp or clever
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 特登, which means 'on purpose'. While 靈舍 describes an unusual state or degree, 特登 describes an intentional action.
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Grammar guides
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