syut3 han6雪恨
Jyutpingsyut3 han6
Yalesyut hahn
Definition
To avenge; to wipe out a grudge or settle a score.
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How it's used
Carries a sense of vindication or reclaiming one's honor after a previous defeat or humiliation. It is often used in competitive contexts like sports or games rather than just personal vendettas. The term implies that the person was previously wronged or beaten and has now successfully balanced the scales.
Examples
He finally avenged himself and won the match back.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 報仇, which is a more general and often more aggressive term for seeking revenge. 雪恨 specifically focuses on the act of washing away the shame of a past failure.
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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.
