sin1 ging2仙境
Jyutpingsin1 ging2
Yalesīn gíng
Definition
The dwelling place of immortals, or a place of breathtaking beauty; fairyland; wonderland; paradise.
- the dwelling place of immortals; fairyland
- figurativea place of breathtaking beauty; paradise on earth
colloquialdescriptionsplaces
How it's used
Use this term to describe places that feel otherworldly or exceptionally beautiful, often due to mist, greenery, or natural wonders. While it literally refers to the dwelling of immortals, it is frequently applied to scenic tourist spots or breathtaking landscapes in casual conversation.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
The scenery here is so beautiful, it is simply a paradise on earth.
Do you think this place looks like a fairyland?
Related words
Common phrases
paradise on earth
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
