sam4 sam4涔涔
Jyutpingsam4 sam4
Yalesàhm sàhm
Definition
To ooze or flow down continuously, such as tears, sweat, or rain.
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How it's used
Describes a continuous, steady flow of liquid, most commonly sweat or tears. It carries a slightly literary or descriptive tone that emphasizes the persistence of the flow rather than just the action of dripping. You will often hear it paired with the particle 咁 to describe the manner of the action.
Examples
Sweat is pouring down his forehead, dripping continuously.
Seeing him breaking out in a cold sweat, I am really scared.
Related words
Common phrases
cold sweat oozing
tears flowing continuously
Common mistake
Do not use this for heavy rain or a sudden downpour, as it specifically implies a thin, continuous stream or oozing effect rather than a large volume of water.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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