sam1 coeng4心腸心肠
Jyutpingsam1 coeng4
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Definition
One's disposition, heart, or determination.
- disposition; moral character; heart
- intention; determination; mind
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the moral quality or kindness of a person's character rather than their physical heart. It often appears in phrases describing someone as having a good or bad nature. Unlike the more general term 性格, this carries a stronger moral weight regarding one's intentions toward others.
Examples
He is kind-hearted and always helps others.
Why are you so kind-hearted?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 心臟, which refers strictly to the physical organ in the chest. Using 心腸 to describe medical issues is incorrect.
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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.
