tung1 ling4通靈通灵
Jyutpingtung1 ling4
Yaletūng lìhng
Definition
To communicate with spirits; to possess supernatural abilities to interact with the underworld.
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How it's used
Often implies a supernatural or mystical ability to bridge the gap between the living and the dead. While it can refer to serious spiritual practices, it is also frequently used in casual conversation to describe someone who seems to have an uncanny, almost telepathic understanding of another person's thoughts.
Examples
It is like they have psychic powers, they always know what I want to say.
Do you believe that there are actually people in this world who can communicate with spirits?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general intelligence or intuition. It specifically carries a connotation of paranormal or otherworldly connection, so using it to describe a smart person might sound sarcastic or overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
