miu6 ling4妙齡妙龄
Jyutpingmiu6 ling4
Yalemiuh lìhng
Definition
Youthful, especially of a young woman's age.
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How it's used
Reserved exclusively for describing females, this term carries a literary and elegant tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. It implies a sense of grace and beauty associated with the transition from adolescence to early adulthood. You will most frequently encounter it in written media, news reports, or formal descriptions rather than in face to face conversation.
Examples
She is in the prime of her youth and full of hope for the future.
Is this young lady your friend?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe males, as it is strictly gendered for women. It is also not a general word for youth, so do not use it to describe the concept of youth in a neutral or abstract sense.
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Grammar guides
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