siu3 jing4 jing4笑盈盈
Jyutpingsiu3 jing4 jing4
Yalesiu yìhng yìhng
Definition
To smile broadly and happily; to be all smiles.
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How it's used
Describes a facial expression that is warm, genuine, and often implies a state of inner happiness or contentment. It is frequently used with the particle 咁 to form an adverbial phrase that modifies how someone is acting or speaking. Unlike a simple smile, this term suggests a lingering, radiant expression that lights up the face.
Examples
Seeing her grandchild all smiles, she feels a bit better.
Why are you all smiles today? Is there any good news?
Related words
Common phrases
to say something with a big smile
to look at someone with a radiant smile
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 笑騎騎, which can sometimes imply a more mischievous, silly, or insincere grin. Use this term specifically when you want to convey a pleasant, positive, or gentle warmth.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
