mung4濛
Jyutpingmung4
Yalemùhng
Definition
Drizzle or misty rain.
colloquialweather
How it's used
Used primarily to describe light, misty rain or a foggy atmosphere where visibility is poor. It often carries a sense of gloominess or lack of clarity, making it a common way to describe a grey, overcast day in Hong Kong. When repeated as 濛濛, it softens the intensity and makes the description feel more natural in casual conversation.
Examples
It is drizzling outside, remember to bring an umbrella.
The weather is so misty today, don't go hiking.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 朦, which is used to describe blurry vision or something being indistinct, even though they share a similar visual component and sound.
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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.
