wang4 / gwang1彋
Jyutpingwang4 / gwang1
Yalewàhng / gwāng
Definition
The sound of a bowstring being released.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
This term is specifically used to describe a person who looks physically drained, pale, or sickly due to exhaustion or illness. It carries a sense of visual unhealthiness that goes beyond just being tired. It is often used when someone's complexion appears dull or their energy is visibly depleted.
Examples
He looks so haggard, like he hasn't slept at all.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 攰, which refers to the feeling of being tired. While 攰 describes the internal sensation of fatigue, 彋 focuses on the external, visible appearance of someone who looks run-down.
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Grammar guides
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