sam1 juk1 juk1心喐喐
Jyutpingsam1 juk1 juk1
Yalesām yūk yūk
Definition
Tempted, itching to do something, or feeling a strong urge to act.
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How it's used
Captures the specific feeling of being tempted or restless when faced with something desirable, often leading to an urge to act. It implies a physical or mental agitation that makes it hard to stay still or resist. While similar to 心思思, this term leans more towards the immediate, impulsive desire to acquire or do something.
Examples
Seeing that new phone, I really feel tempted.
Related words
Common phrases
feeling tempted to buy
feeling tempted to try
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with physical movement or literal itching. It is strictly used for the psychological state of being tempted or excited by a prospect, not for actual body movement or skin irritation.
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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.
