siu1 sai6消逝
Jyutpingsiu1 sai6
Yalesīu saih
Definition
To fade away, vanish, or disappear over time.
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How it's used
Carries a poetic and slightly melancholic tone, often used when discussing abstract concepts like memories, youth, or cultural heritage. Unlike the more common 消失, which can refer to physical objects disappearing from sight, 消逝 emphasizes a gradual, inevitable process of fading away over time.
Examples
As time passes, many old memories slowly fade away.
If we don't cherish them, will these traditions vanish?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe everyday physical objects, such as losing your keys or a person leaving a room, as it sounds overly dramatic and literary in those contexts.
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