siu3 jung4笑容
Jyutpingsiu3 jung4
Yalesiu yùhng
Definition
Smile; a smiling expression on someone's face.
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How it's used
Focus on the visual aspect of a person's facial expression rather than the act of laughing itself. It is frequently used to describe the warmth or sincerity of someone's demeanor in social interactions. While it functions as a noun, it often appears in phrases describing the state of one's face.
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Her smile is so radiant when she sees you.
Why do you always have a smile on your face?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it as a verb. If you want to say someone is smiling, use the verb 笑 instead, as 笑容 is strictly a noun referring to the expression itself.
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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.
