seoi2 zung2水腫水肿
Jyutpingseoi2 zung2
Yaleséui júng
Definition
Edema or dropsy; swelling in the body caused by the excessive accumulation of fluid.
colloquialhealthbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to fluid retention that causes visible puffiness or swelling in the body. It is frequently used in the context of diet, such as consuming excessive sodium, or as a symptom of health conditions. While it describes a physical state, it is often used casually to explain why someone looks slightly heavier or less defined than usual.
Examples
They have been eating too much salt lately, which makes them look bloated.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腫, which is a general term for any kind of swelling, including those caused by injury or inflammation. 水腫 specifically implies fluid accumulation rather than tissue damage or infection.
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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.
