seoi2 zing6 ho4 fei1水靜河飛水静河飞
Jyutpingseoi2 zing6 ho4 fei1
Yaleséui jihng hòh fēi
Definition
Extremely quiet and desolate; silent with no activity or people around.
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How it's used
Describes a scene that is eerily or unusually silent and devoid of human activity. It carries a stronger sense of emptiness than just being quiet, often implying that a place which should be busy is strangely deserted. Use it to emphasize the lack of life or movement in a specific location.
Examples
The street is completely deserted, not a single person in sight.
Why is the shopping mall so quiet and empty today?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being quiet or peaceful, as it specifically implies a lack of people or activity. It is not used to describe a person who is quiet or reserved.
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