maang5 fo2猛火
Jyutpingmaang5 fo2
Yalemáahng fó
Definition
Raging fire, high heat, or a strong flame used in cooking.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a high, intense flame often used in stir frying or associated with a dangerous blaze. It carries a sense of power and speed, making it distinct from a steady or controlled heat. In cooking contexts, it is the standard term for high heat settings on a gas stove.
Examples
A raging fire suddenly broke out in the kitchen, it is so dangerous.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a small or gentle flame, as it implies an aggressive, uncontrollable, or maximum intensity fire. Do not confuse it with 烈火, which is more commonly used in literary or dramatic descriptions of massive, destructive infernos.
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