lok6 syut3 seoi2落雪水
Jyutpinglok6 syut3 seoi2
Yalelohk syut séui
Definition
Sleet; falling snow mixed with rain, or a very cold drizzle.
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How it's used
Describes a specific type of freezing precipitation that is neither fully snow nor fully rain. It carries a strong connotation of damp, biting cold that feels more uncomfortable than dry snow. Locals use this to warn others to dress warmly because the moisture makes the low temperature penetrate clothing more easily.
Examples
It is sleeting outside, it is so cold.
It is sleeting today, remember to wear an extra layer.
Related words
Common phrases
It is freezing when it sleets
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with heavy snow or a standard rain shower. It specifically refers to a slushy, freezing mix that is common during cold snaps in Hong Kong but is distinct from actual snowfall.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
