mong4 gwok3亡國亡国
Jyutpingmong4 gwok3
Yalemòhng gwok
Definition
To fall; to perish; of a country or state to be conquered and destroyed.
neutralother
How it's used
Often used in historical or political contexts to describe the collapse of a sovereign state due to external conquest or internal failure. It carries a heavy, somber tone and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing history or extreme political scenarios. When used as an adjective, it describes something related to the fall of a nation, such as the mentality of a conquered people.
Examples
If this country falls, what will happen to the citizens?
They do not want to see their own country fall.
Related words
Common phrases
the last emperor of a fallen dynasty
a person whose country has been conquered
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
