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Jyutpingming4 zoeng3
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Definition
A famous general or legendary military leader, typically a historical figure renowned for outstanding military achievements.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to historical figures known for their military prowess, often appearing in literature or period dramas. While it can be used metaphorically to describe someone who is highly skilled in a competitive field, it retains a grand, slightly archaic tone. It is rarely used to describe contemporary military personnel.
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wai6位waihExamples
He loved reading stories about famous generals of the Three Kingdoms when he was young.
Who is the greatest legendary general in your mind?
Related words
Common phrases
a legendary general of an era
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a popular person in general, such as a celebrity or a politician, as it is strictly reserved for military contexts.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
