suk1 jyun3夙怨
Jyutpingsuk1 jyun3
Yalesūk yun
Definition
An old grudge or long-standing resentment.
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How it's used
Carries a formal or literary tone that is rarely used in casual daily conversation. It typically appears in written narratives, news reports, or when describing long-standing conflicts between groups or families. Using it in a casual chat about minor disagreements will sound overly dramatic or archaic.
Examples
They have old grudges between them, it is hard to resolve.
Why are you still holding onto that old grudge?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common term like 仇恨 or 唔開心. Because it implies a deep, historical, or long-standing bitterness, it is inappropriate for describing simple arguments or recent misunderstandings.
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Grammar guides
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