tin1 jam1 jam1天陰陰天阴阴
Jyutpingtin1 jam1 jam1
Yaletīn yām yām
Definition
Overcast and gloomy, looking as though it is about to rain.
colloquialweather
How it's used
This term describes a specific kind of gloomy, overcast weather where the sky is grey and heavy. It carries a sense of anticipation that rain is imminent, making it more descriptive than just saying the sky is dark. It is often used to give a gentle reminder or suggestion to others to prepare for bad weather.
Examples
It is cloudy today, looks like it might rain.
It is cloudy, remember to bring an umbrella when you go out.
Related words
Common phrases
cloudy and looking like rain
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 陰天, which is a more formal or neutral way to describe a cloudy day. 天陰陰 is strictly colloquial and carries a more vivid, slightly moody feeling.
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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.
