sam1 ging2心境
Jyutpingsam1 ging2
Yalesām gíng
Definition
State of mind; mood or mental state.
neutralemotion
How it's used
Refers to a relatively stable internal state or outlook rather than a fleeting emotion. It is often used to describe how someone is coping with their life circumstances or their general perspective on the world. It carries a slightly more formal or reflective tone compared to just talking about feeling happy or sad.
Examples
Their state of mind has been very calm lately; they do not want to worry about trivial matters.
How is your state of mind right now?
Related words
Common phrases
to have a cheerful and open state of mind
to have a peaceful and calm state of mind
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 心情, which typically refers to a temporary mood that can change quickly throughout the day. 心境 implies a deeper, more enduring mental disposition.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
