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Jyutpingmo1 dang1
Yalemō dāng
Definition
Modern, fashionable, or stylish.
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How it's used
Originating from the English word modern, this term carries a slightly retro or mid-century vibe in contemporary Cantonese. It is often used to describe fashion, interior design, or a person's overall aesthetic that feels stylish and up-to-date. While it remains widely understood, younger generations might occasionally opt for more current slang or the direct English loanword to describe cutting-edge trends.
Examples
Her house is decorated in a very modern style.
This outfit of yours is very modern, where did you buy it?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe technology or abstract concepts like modern history, as it is almost exclusively reserved for personal style, clothing, and home decor. For general references to the modern era or modern technology, use 現代 instead.
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Grammar guides
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- Possession (嘅)How to say my, your, and his, and how to link a describing word to a noun, all with the little word 嘅 (ge3).
