sau4 mun6愁悶愁闷
Jyutpingsau4 mun6
Yalesàuh muhn
Definition
To feel gloomy, depressed, or in low spirits.
neutralemotion
How it's used
This term describes a state of internal melancholy or being weighed down by worries rather than just being bored. It often implies a lingering, quiet sadness that affects one's mood over a period of time. It is more literary or descriptive than everyday conversational fillers like 唔開心, which is the standard way to express being unhappy.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 悶, which specifically means bored or feeling trapped by a lack of stimulation. 愁悶 carries a much heavier emotional weight related to sorrow or anxiety, whereas 悶 is usually situational.
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Grammar guides
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