nan1渜
Jyutpingnan1
Yalenān
Definition
Watery stools; loose bowel movements.
colloquialhealthbody
How it's used
This term specifically describes the consistency of stool when one has severe diarrhea. It is a highly colloquial and vivid way to describe a physical condition, often used when someone is feeling quite unwell or has food poisoning. It carries a slightly graphic tone, so it is usually reserved for close friends or family members when discussing health issues.
Examples
Did you eat something wrong? You have such bad watery diarrhea.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 爛, which is a more general term for loose or soft stools. 渜 specifically implies a liquid or watery state, indicating a more severe or urgent digestive issue.
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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.
