ok3 mung6惡夢恶梦
Jyutpingok3 mung6
Yaleok muhng
Definition
Nightmare; a frightening or distressing dream.
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How it's used
While literally translating to bad dream, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe any extremely unpleasant or traumatic real life experience. It carries a stronger emotional weight than simply saying something is bad or difficult. When talking about the act of dreaming, it is almost always paired with the verb 發.
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I had a really terrifying nightmare last night.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a nightmare
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 夢魘, which is a much more formal or literary term for sleep paralysis or a night terror. Stick to 惡夢 for everyday conversation.
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