lyun6 lung4亂籠乱笼
Jyutpinglyun6 lung4
Yalelyuhn lùhng
Definition
Messy, chaotic, and completely disorganized.
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How it's used
This expression vividly describes a situation that has descended into total chaos or disarray. It is frequently paired with the particle 晒 to emphasize that the disorder is absolute and beyond control. Use it when you want to express frustration over a process or arrangement that has completely fallen apart.
Examples
You made such a mess of the work, how are you going to fix it?
The whole plan is a complete mess, nobody knows what to do.
Related words
Common phrases
completely messed up
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 亂嚟, which implies acting recklessly or doing things without following rules. 亂籠 specifically describes the state of a situation or plan becoming disorganized, rather than the act of a person behaving improperly.
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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.
