waan6 soeng5患上
Jyutpingwaan6 soeng5
Yalewaahn séuhng
Definition
To contract or suffer from an illness.
neutralhealth
How it's used
Focuses on the onset or state of having a medical condition. While it is used in both formal and informal contexts, it carries a slightly more serious or clinical tone compared to simply saying someone is sick. It is typically reserved for specific diagnoses or illnesses rather than minor ailments like a headache or a small cut.
Examples
He recently contracted a very severe cold.
Related words
Common phrases
to contract a serious illness
to suffer from depression
Common mistake
Avoid using this for minor or temporary discomforts. It sounds overly dramatic or clinical to say someone has contracted a small scrape or a mild headache using this term.
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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.
