siu2 hon4小寒
Jyutpingsiu2 hon4
Yalesíu hòhn
Definition
Slight Cold, the 23rd solar term of the traditional calendar, occurring around January 5th to 7th.
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How it's used
Solar terms like 小寒 are primarily used in traditional calendars and agricultural contexts rather than daily conversation. While people recognize the term, it is rarely used to describe the actual weather on a specific day unless one is discussing the seasonal cycle or traditional health practices.
Examples
After Minor Cold passes, the weather will get colder and colder.
Do you know which day Minor Cold falls on this year?
Related words
Common phrases
the season of Minor Cold
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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.
