mung6 wai4夢遺梦遗
Jyutpingmung6 wai4
Yalemuhng wàih
Definition
To have a nocturnal emission or wet dream; to experience a spontaneous orgasm during sleep.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
This term is used primarily in clinical or health contexts rather than casual conversation. While it describes a natural biological process, it carries a slightly clinical or embarrassing tone that makes it awkward to bring up in everyday social settings. It is often discussed when talking about puberty or sexual health.
Examples
Is this your first time having a nocturnal emission?
Related words
Common phrases
the phenomenon of nocturnal emission
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with general dreaming or nightmares because of the character 夢. It specifically refers to the physiological event of ejaculation during sleep, not just the content of a dream.
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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.
