tau2 daai6 hei3唞大氣唞大气
Jyutpingtau2 daai6 hei3
Yaletáu daaih hei
Definition
To take a deep breath; to sigh.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
Often used to describe the feeling of relief after a period of intense stress or physical exertion. It implies a sense of release where one can finally relax and recover rhythm. It is distinct from just breathing normally as it carries the connotation of a significant pause in a busy or pressured situation.
Examples
After finishing the report, I can finally take a deep breath.
Related words
Common phrases
take a deep breath and rest
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply breathing, as it specifically refers to a deep, intentional breath taken for relief or preparation. It is not used for medical descriptions of breathing.
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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.
