lung4 gyun2 fung1龍捲風龙卷风
Jyutpinglung4 gyun2 fung1
Yalelùhng gyún fūng
Definition
Tornado or twister; a rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the violent, rotating column of air extending from a storm cloud to the ground. While it is a scientific term, it is used in casual conversation primarily when discussing international news or disaster reports, as such weather events are extremely rare in Hong Kong.
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The news says a tornado appeared over in the US.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
