tung3 jam2痛飲痛饮
Jyutpingtung3 jam2
Yaletung yám
Definition
To drink to one's heart's content; to drink one's fill.
colloquialdrinkdaily actions
How it's used
This term carries a sense of abandon and indulgence, often implying a celebration or a way to vent emotions through alcohol. It is more literary than everyday speech, so it is frequently used in contexts describing social gatherings or festive occasions rather than just having a casual drink.
Examples
Let's drink to our hearts' content tonight.
They drank their fill at the bar all night.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a good drinking session
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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.
