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Jyutpingseon4 loeng4
Yalesèuhn lèuhng
Definition
Docile, tame, and gentle; of a mild and kind temperament.
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How it's used
Describes a temperament that is naturally mild and easy to manage, often applied to animals or children. It carries a sense of being obedient and lacking aggression, distinguishing it from words that imply mere weakness or lack of spirit. While it can describe people, it is more frequently used to praise the well-behaved nature of pets or livestock.
Examples
This puppy is very docile and won't bite people.
He has such a gentle personality, how could he possibly argue with anyone?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person's intelligence or capability, as it strictly refers to personality and behavior. It is not a synonym for being naive or easily fooled.
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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.
