tiu3 mong6眺望
Jyutpingtiu3 mong6
Yaletiu mohng
Definition
To look into the distance from a high place; to survey or overlook.
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How it's used
This term carries a literary and slightly formal tone compared to standard verbs like 望 or 睇. It is typically reserved for situations involving a wide, scenic, or elevated vantage point rather than just glancing at something nearby. You will often encounter it in travel writing or descriptions of scenic spots.
Examples
We are standing on the rooftop looking out at the Victoria Harbour view.
Can you see that pier over there when you look out from here?
Related words
Common phrases
to look into the distance
to overlook a beautiful view
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for simple looking or watching. It is inappropriate for everyday actions like looking at a phone or checking a watch, as it specifically implies a long-distance, panoramic perspective.
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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.
