lung4 zau1 seoi2龍舟水龙舟水
Jyutpinglung4 zau1 seoi2
Yalelùngh jāu séui
Definition
Heavy rain during the period around Dragon Boat Festival
colloquialweatherfestival
How it's used
This term refers specifically to the heavy rainfall that historically coincides with the Dragon Boat Festival. It captures a cultural expectation that the weather will turn wet and stormy during this time of year. It is often used in casual conversation to explain sudden, persistent downpours in late spring or early summer.
Examples
gam1 nin4 lung4 zau1 seoi2 dak6 bit6 daai6 ceot1 mun4 gei3 dak1 daai3 ze1 aa4
今年龍舟水特別大，出門記得帶遮呀。
The Dragon Boat Festival rain is especially heavy this year, remember to bring an umbrella when you go out.
nei5 zi1 m4 zi1 dim2 gaai2 dyun1 ng5 zit3 cin4 hau6 seng4 jat6 jau5 lung4 zau1 seoi2
你知唔知點解端午節前後成日有龍舟水？
Do you know why there is often rain around the Dragon Boat Festival?
Related words
Common phrases
lung4 zau1 seoi2 daai6
龍舟水大
heavy Dragon Boat Festival rain
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
