tau2 loeng4唞涼唞凉
Jyutpingtau2 loeng4
Yaletáu lèuhng
Definition
To enjoy the cool air; to cool down or relax in a cool place.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to escaping the heat by seeking a cooler environment, such as stepping into an air-conditioned shop or standing under a fan. It carries a sense of relief and is often used when someone is taking a break from the sweltering outdoor weather. It is a very common, casual way to describe the act of finding respite from high temperatures.
Examples
You are here cooling off while I am working like a dog.
Related words
Common phrases
go inside to cool off
find a place to cool down
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply resting or taking a break, which is 休息. While 唞涼 involves resting, the core purpose must be to escape the heat.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
