lyun6 lei4亂離乱离
Jyutpinglyun6 lei4
Yalelyuhn lèih
Definition
The suffering and displacement brought to a country by political instability and war.
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How it's used
This term carries a heavy, somber tone often associated with historical accounts or formal discussions about refugees and social upheaval. It is rarely used in casual daily chatter, as it describes large-scale societal collapse rather than personal confusion. You will most likely encounter it in literature, news reports, or when older generations recount their experiences during wartime.
Examples
Due to war and displacement, many people are homeless.
Having lived through times of political turmoil, they really cherish their current life.
Related words
Common phrases
the people are plunged into misery
displaced and homeless
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 混亂, which is a common word for general messiness or chaos in a room or schedule. 亂離 specifically implies the displacement and suffering caused by political instability, not just a disorganized situation.
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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.
