neoi5 sing1女星
Jyutpingneoi5 sing1
Yalenéuih sīng
Definition
Female star, actress, or celebrity.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to a female celebrity in the entertainment industry, often used in news headlines or gossip columns. While it functions as a noun, it is almost always preceded by a measure word like 位 to show respect or professional distance. It carries a slightly more formal or journalistic tone compared to just calling someone a明星.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
That female star recently filmed a new movie.
Which female star do you like more?
Related words
Common phrases
popular female star
well-known female star
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a female friend or acquaintance who is simply popular or well-known, as it specifically implies someone who is a professional performer or celebrity.
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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.
