tin1 gwok3天國天国
Jyutpingtin1 gwok3
Yaletīn gwok
Definition
The kingdom of heaven; paradise.
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How it's used
Primarily used in religious contexts, especially within Christian discourse to refer to the afterlife. While it carries a sense of peace and finality, it is often employed as a euphemism for death to soften the blow when discussing someone who has passed away.
Examples
He has already returned to heaven.
Do people really go to heaven after they die?
Related words
Common phrases
to pass away and return to heaven
Common mistake
Avoid using this term to describe a physical place on earth or a secular paradise, as it is strictly associated with spiritual or religious concepts. For a more general sense of a wonderful place, use 天堂 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
