lyun6 sai3亂世乱世
Jyutpinglyun6 sai3
Yalelyuhn sai
Definition
Troubled times; turbulent days; an era of political or social instability.
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How it's used
Often used in historical contexts or when describing extreme social instability, this term carries a dramatic and slightly literary weight. While it appears in casual conversation, it usually signals a serious discussion about societal conditions rather than minor personal inconveniences. It frequently pairs with words like 英雄 or 梟雄 to highlight how challenging environments shape significant figures.
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In these troubled times, everyone needs to support each other.
Do you think we are living in turbulent times right now?
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Common phrases
heroes in troubled times
born in turbulent times
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe everyday chaos or a messy room, as it specifically refers to large scale societal or political disorder. Using it for minor personal disarray sounds overly melodramatic and unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
