nin4 cing1年青
Jyutpingnin4 cing1
Yalenìhn chīng
Definition
Young or youthful.
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How it's used
Interchangeable with 年輕 in almost all contexts, though 年青 often carries a slightly more positive or aspirational nuance when describing people. It is frequently used in formal or semi-formal contexts like news reports or organizational names to refer to the younger generation. In casual speech, people often use it to compliment someone on their youthful appearance.
Examples
He is still very young, no need to worry so much.
You look very young, what do you do for skincare?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe inanimate objects or abstract concepts, as it is strictly reserved for people. When referring to the age of a person, it is more natural to use 佢好年青 rather than 佢年紀好細.
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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.
