mun6懣懑
Jyutpingmun6
Yalemuhn
Definition
Melancholy; sorrowful and depressed.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Expresses a heavy, lingering sense of gloom or suppressed frustration rather than just simple sadness. It often describes a state of being stifled or unable to vent emotions, creating an internal feeling of being weighed down. Unlike general terms for sadness, it carries a nuance of being trapped in a low mood.
Examples
He seems very melancholy lately, is something on his mind?
Seeing this weather, my mood feels particularly melancholy.
Related words
Common phrases
melancholy mood
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a sudden or sharp emotional reaction, as it implies a prolonged, stagnant state of mind. It is also rarely used in formal writing, appearing mostly in literary or descriptive contexts.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
