tin2覥觍
Jyutpingtin2
Yaletín
Definition
Shameful, or to feel ashamed.
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How it's used
Often used to describe someone who lacks a sense of shame or acts brazenly despite social expectations. While it can mean feeling ashamed, it is more commonly employed in the negative or as a descriptor for someone who is thick-skinned. It carries a stronger, more critical tone than simply feeling embarrassed.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 尷尬, which refers to feeling awkward or embarrassed in a specific situation. 覥 implies a deeper character flaw or a lack of moral sensitivity regarding one's actions.
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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.
