sam1 ciu4心潮
Jyutpingsam1 ciu4
Yalesām chìuh
Definition
A surge of emotion; one's heart rising and falling like the waves.
writtenemotion
How it's used
Literary in nature, this term is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. It is most commonly found in written prose, song lyrics, or formal speeches to describe a state of intense, turbulent emotion. Using it in a standard conversation often sounds overly dramatic or poetic.
Examples
Thinking about the past, my emotions are surging.
Seeing this scene, are your emotions surging yet?
Related words
Common phrases
emotions rising and falling
surging emotions
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a physical sensation of the heart, but it strictly refers to abstract emotional states. Do not use it to describe actual medical heart palpitations or physical health issues.
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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.
