ling4 man5靈敏灵敏
Jyutpingling4 man5
Yalelìhng máhn
Definition
Sensitive or acute, with the ability to detect minute changes.
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How it's used
Focus on the physical or technical precision of detecting subtle stimuli. It is frequently used to describe biological senses like hearing or smell, as well as the performance of electronic equipment. When describing a person's quick mental reaction to a situation, consider using 醒目 instead.
Examples
His dog has a very sensitive nose and can smell things from far away.
This sensor is very sensitive; it detects even the slightest movement.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person who is emotionally sensitive or easily offended, as that is better expressed as 敏感.
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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.
